Summary

Dr. Matthew Alexander is a surgeon with 12 years of experience providing surgical care to patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Missouri Columbia School of Medicine, where he developed his foundation in surgical medicine. His practice focuses on general surgery with expertise in treating various conditions that require surgical intervention.

Dr. Alexander is affiliated with University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center and practices across multiple locations in Des Moines and Iowa City. He specializes in treating conditions such as ventral hernias, appendicitis, and umbilical hernias. His surgical expertise includes performing sedation procedures and coordinating pathology testing to ensure comprehensive patient care.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 12 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander has 5 locations

Blank Childrens Surgery Clinic

1206 Pleasant St Fl 2Des Moines, IA 50309
Mon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander

744 Foster RdIowa City, IA 52245

Blank Childrens Hospital

1200 Pleasant StDes Moines, IA 50309

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

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Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander, MDDr. Ryan Alan SchmelterDr. Jeremy Karl StoneDr. Nathan Gary Backowski
SurgerySurgerySurgeryFamily Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
12 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Des Moines , IAFlint , MIDes Moines , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine Med School: Rocky Vista University College Of Osteopathic Medicine - Utah Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Aetna
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthPartners
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Three Rivers Providers Network (TRPN)
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander has the following area of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)

Certifications, License, & Education

12 Years Experience

Dr. Matthew Scott Alexander holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Iowa that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Missouri Columbia School Of Medicine in 2014.

NPI Number

Dr. Alexander's NPI number is 1760895536.

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Dr. Matthew Alexander is affiliated with University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center.
Where is Dr. Matthew Alexander's office located?
Dr. Matthew Alexander's office is located at 1206 Pleasant St Fl 2, Des Moines, IA, 50309.
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