Summary

Dr. Smith graduated from the Kansas City University of Medicine & Bioscience College of Osteopathic Med in 1997. He works in Des Moines, IA and 3 other locations and specializes in Nephrology and Internal Medicine. Dr. Smith is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.9
  • 29 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Nelson Smith has 4 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Associates In Kidney Care

411 Laurel St Ste 2350Des Moines, IA 50314
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Unitypoint Health Iowa Lutheran Hospital

700 E University AveDes Moines, IA 50316

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NephrologyInternal MedicineInternal MedicineInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients
4.9 
29 Years of Experience 42 Years of Experience 40 Years of Experience 64 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Des Moines , IADes Moines , IAIowa City , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: East Carolina University Med School: University of Missouri at Columbia Med School: Yonsei University College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Nelson Smith

  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • AmeriGroup
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • MediGold - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • WPS Health Plan
  • WPS Health Plan - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Nelson Smith has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Nelson Smith has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Internal Medicine
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Peritoneal Dialysis
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

29 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Doctor Of Osteopathy, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Kansas City University Of Medicine & Bioscience College Of Osteopathic MedGraduated in 1997

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Dr. Robert Smith's office is located at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314.
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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Smith affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Smith is affiliated with Unitypoint Health Des Moines Methodist West Hospital.
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