Summary

Dr. Jaren Ricker is a surgeon who has dedicated 17 years to providing comprehensive surgical care to patients throughout Iowa. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency training at Iowa Methodist Medical Center, building a strong foundation in surgical techniques and patient care. Dr. Ricker communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Ricker practices at Lakes Regional Hospital and Spencer Hospital in Spencer, Iowa, where he focuses on treating common surgical conditions. He specializes in repairing ventral hernias and inguinal hernias, helping patients regain comfort and mobility. Ricker also provides care for patients with acute cholecystitis, addressing gallbladder inflammation when surgical intervention is needed. His procedural expertise includes performing colonoscopies for diagnostic purposes and managing pathology tests to ensure accurate diagnoses for his patients.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2
  • 17 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Iowa Methodist Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Jaren Heath Ricker has 2 locations

Northwest Iowa Surgeons Pc

1823 Highway Blvd Ste 5Spencer, IA 51301
Mon9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri9:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Spencer Hospital

1200 1st Ave ESpencer, IA 51301

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SurgerySurgeryUrologyUrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
17 Years of Experience 44 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 14 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish
Spencer , IASpirit Lake , IASpencer , IAMason City , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University Of California Irvine College Of Medicine Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Jaren Heath Ricker

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Avera Health Plans
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medica
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Sanford Health Plan
  • UCare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Jaren Heath Ricker has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Jaren Heath Ricker has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

17 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Iowa Methodist Medical Center

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 2009

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Dr. Jaren Ricker speaks English.
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