Summary

Dr. Richard Glowacki is a urologist with over three decades of medical experience serving patients across Iowa. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and completed his residency training at the University of Nebraska Medical Center. Dr. Glowacki has dedicated 31 years to providing specialized urological care and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Glowacki practices at multiple locations throughout Iowa, including Des Moines, West Des Moines, Newton, Clinton, Sioux City, and Clive. He specializes in treating conditions such as enlarged prostate and prostate cancer, including cases where cancer returns. His expertise includes performing comprehensive urine testing and specialized bladder function studies to help diagnose urological conditions. Patients have given Dr. Glowacki an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 31 years of experience
  • 69 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Leo Glowacki has 7 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital

1660 60th StWest Des Moines, IA 50266

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

Saint Lukes Regional Medical Center

2720 Stone Park BlvdSioux City, IA 51104

West Lakes Surgery Center

12499 University Ave Ste 100Clive, IA 50325
Mon7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Leo Glowacki

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Centivo
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Iowa Total Care
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid
  • Iowa Total Care - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare - Workers’ Compensation
  • MediGold
  • MediGold - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Priority Health
  • Priority Health - HMO
  • State Farm
  • Tricare
  • United American
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthOne
  • Wellcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Leo Glowacki has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Leo Glowacki has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Bladder Issues
  • Enlarged Prostate (Prostatic Hyperplasia)
  • Erectile Dysfunction (ED)
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Kidney Stones
  • Kidney Stones (Kidney Calculi)
  • Overactive Urinary Bladder
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Prostatitis
  • Urinary Bladder Cancer
  • Urinary Incontinence
  • Urologic Emergencies

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

University Of Nebraska Medical Center

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1995

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Glowacki?
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What languages does Dr. Richard Glowacki speak?
Dr. Richard Glowacki speaks English.
Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Glowacki affiliated with?
Dr. Richard Glowacki is affiliated with Mercyone Newton Medical Center.
Does Dr. Richard Glowacki accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Richard Glowacki has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Richard Glowacki's office located?
Dr. Richard Glowacki's office is located at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314.

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