Summary

Dr. Francis Sapanhila is an internal medicine physician specializing in hospital medicine with 25 years of experience caring for patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency training at New York Medical College. His extensive background in hospital-based care allows him to manage complex medical conditions that require inpatient treatment and monitoring.

Dr. Sapanhila practices at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center and MercyOne West Des Moines Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa. He focuses on treating serious conditions such as sepsis, high blood pressure, and hypertensive emergencies. His expertise includes performing comprehensive blood tests and kidney function assessments to help diagnose and monitor patient health. Patients consistently rate Dr. Sapanhila highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 25 years of experience
  • 48 insurance plans accepted
  • New York Medical College
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila has 4 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Select Specialty Hospital Des Moines

1111 6th Ave Fl 4Des Moines, IA 50314

Mercyone Des Moines Hospitalists

1111 6th Ave Ste 644Des Moines, IA 50314
Mon12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Tue12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Wed12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Thu12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fri12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sat12:00 am - 12:00 pm
Sun12:00 am - 12:00 pm

Compare with Similar Doctors

Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila, MD
Dr. Megan J. Romine, DO
Dr. Patrick H. Tracy, DO
Dr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C
Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila, MDDr. Megan J. Romine, DODr. Patrick H. Tracy, DODr. Adewumi Bakare DMSc, PA-C
Internal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
25 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish, Yoruba, French, Russian, Arabic, Chinese, Chinese (Mandarin)
Des Moines , IAChicago , ILDes Moines , IAMesquite , TX
Med School: University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University of Lynchburg - DMSc
Current Profile
View Profile View Profile View Profile

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • American Healthcare Alliance
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareSource
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MediGold
  • MediGold - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • Quiktrip
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Chest Pain
  • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Meningitis
  • Pneumonia

Certifications, License, & Education

25 Years Experience

Dr. Francis Wendell Oriarte Sapanhila holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at New York Medical College.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Santo Tomas Faculty Of Medicine And Surgery in 2001.

NPI Number

Dr. Sapanhila's NPI number is 1801054184.

Similar doctors

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Francis Sapanhila accepting new patients?
Dr. Francis Sapanhila has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Francis Sapanhila's office located?
Dr. Francis Sapanhila's office is located at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314.
Does Dr. Francis Sapanhila accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Francis Sapanhila has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Francis Sapanhila accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Francis Sapanhila accepts on their Vitals profile.
Which hospitals is Dr. Francis Sapanhila affiliated with?
Dr. Francis Sapanhila is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

Ensuring Data Transparency and Trust: A Guide to Vitals Doctor Listings and Reviews

Our provider data is gathered directly from physicians and publicly available databases. Providers who verify their profiles gain the ability to update information, offering additional details about their specialties,education, treated conditions, performed procedures, and accepted insurances.

Reviews on Vitals are submitted by users only. Recognizing the valuable insights these reviews offer into a doctor's reputation, we maintain internal policies and protocols to ensure the quality and accuracy of all reviews. Importantly, providers cannot delete or alter reviews independently. Reviews can only be deleted or changed following an internal assessment by our customer service team.

Your feedback is highly valued and we encourage you to contact our support team should you encounter any issues.