Summary

Dr. Robert Armbruster specializes in cardiovascular disease, bringing nearly four decades of experience to his practice in heart and vascular care. He earned his medical degree from Creighton University School of Medicine and completed his residency training at St. Louis University Group of Hospitals Program, followed by specialized fellowship training in cardiovascular diseases at St. Louis University Hospital. Dr. Armbruster is board certified in internal medicine through the American Board of Internal Medicine and communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Armbruster practices at Chi Health Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs and sees patients at Methodist Physicians Clinic in Council Bluffs, Iowa. He focuses on treating heart rhythm disorders like atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease, including specialized care for women with heart conditions. His expertise includes performing diagnostic heart tests such as electrocardiograms, contrast echocardiography, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function and structure. Patients have given him an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 39 years of experience
  • 64 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • St Louis University Group of Hospitals Program
  • 2 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Methodist Physicians Clinic (1 Edmundson Place)

1 Edmundson PlCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503
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
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseInternal MedicineCardiovascular Disease
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
39 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 4 Years of Experience 6 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Council Bluffs , IAOmaha , NEAtlanta , GAOmaha , NE
Med School: Creighton University School of Medicine Med School: University Of The West Indies Faculty Of Medical Sciences Jamaica Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Baroda
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Robert Armbruster

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • AARP - HMO
  • AARP - Medicare
  • AARP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AARP - PPO
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter - PPO
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Assurant Health
  • Assurant Health - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Centivo - PPO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) - PPO
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule - PPO
  • Health Net - PPO
  • HealthPartners - PPO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - PPO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Liberty HealthShare
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Physicians Health Plan - PPO
  • Security Life
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC - PPO
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare - PPO
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Robert Armbruster has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Robert Armbruster has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Robert Armbruster holds an active medical license in the state of Iowa. They are board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at St Louis University Group of Hospitals Program and St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Cardiovascular Diseases; St Louis Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine.

Medical School

Graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 1987.

NPI Number

Robert Armbruster's NPI number is 1851373666.

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Which hospitals is Robert Armbruster affiliated with?
Robert Armbruster is affiliated with Chi Health Mercy Hospital Council Bluffs.
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What languages does Robert Armbruster speak?
Robert Armbruster speaks English.
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