Summary

Dr. Andersen graduated from the Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004. She works in Ames, IA and 3 other locations and specializes in Pediatrics and Hospital Medicine. Dr. Andersen is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Mary Greeley Medical Center, MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER and Mercyone Childrens Hospital.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 22 years of experience
  • University Of Missouri At Kansas City
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 4 hospital affiliations
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen has 4 locations

Mcfarland Clinic Pc

1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

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No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Chinese, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Ames , IAFranklin , TNDes Moines , IAAnkeny , IA
Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: University Of Alabama School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: University Of Michigan Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Hospital Medicine
  • Immunization
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Tara Nissa Andersen holds an expired medical license in the state of Iowa.

Medical License

Doctor Of Osteopathy with an expired medical license in the state of Iowa that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Missouri At Kansas City.

Medical School

Graduated from Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Andersen's NPI number is 1881734499.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Tara Andersen affiliated with?
Dr. Tara Andersen is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Mary Greeley Medical Center, MERCYONE WEST DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER, and Mercyone Childrens Hospital.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tara Andersen?
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Where is Dr. Tara Andersen's office located?
Dr. Tara Andersen's office is located at 1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA, 50010.

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