Summary

Dr. Laura Abels is a family medicine physician who earned her Doctor of Osteopathy degree from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine. She completed her residency training at Mercy Family Medicine Center and has been practicing for 14 years. Dr. Abels is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Abels practices at MercyOne Ankeny Family Medicine Clinic in Ankeny, Iowa, and is affiliated with MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center. She specializes in treating mood disorders in children and managing anxiety disorders. Her practice also includes caring for patients with high blood pressure and performing routine blood work and complete blood counts. Patients rate Dr. Abels 5.0 out of 5 stars for her compassionate care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 14 years of experience
  • 61 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Mercy Family Medicine Center
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Mercyone Ankeny Family Medicine Clinic

800 E 1st St Ste 1700Ankeny, IA 50021
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat9:00 am - 4:00 pm
Sun9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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14 Years of Experience 8 Years of Experience 12 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi, Gujarati, Urdu
Ankeny , IADallas , TXOrlando , FLLawrenceville , GA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Smt N H L Municipal Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Laura Abels

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - HMO
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Arkansas Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Federal Employees Program
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Centivo
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MediGold
  • MediGold - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MediGold - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Laura Abels has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Laura Abels has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss

Certifications, License, & Education

14 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

Mercy Family Medicine Center

Medical School

Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic MedicineGraduated in 2012

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Frequently Asked Questions

What languages does Dr. Laura Abels speak?
Dr. Laura Abels speaks Spanish and English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Laura Abels affiliated with?
Dr. Laura Abels is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Laura Abels's office located?
Dr. Laura Abels's office is located at 800 E 1st St Ste 1700, Ankeny, IA, 50021.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Abels?
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Does Dr. Laura Abels accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Laura Abels accepts on their Vitals profile.

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