Summary

Dr. William Farmer specializes in surgery and brings six years of clinical experience to his practice. He completed his medical education at Texas Tech University Health Science Center School of Medicine, where he developed expertise in surgical interventions. His surgical training has equipped him with comprehensive skills to address complex medical conditions requiring operative care.

Dr. Farmer practices at MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center in Des Moines, Iowa, and also maintains a presence in Houston, Texas. He focuses on treating patients with pleural effusion and various breathing problems, including dyspnea. His procedural expertise includes performing chest fluoroscopy, chest X-rays, and CT scans to diagnose and monitor respiratory conditions.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 6 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine
  • 1 specialty
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. William Reed Farmer has 2 locations

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314

Dr. William Reed Farmer

1 Baylor PlzHouston, TX 77030

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SurgerySurgeryAnesthesiologySurgery
Accepts New Patients
4.3 
6 Years of Experience 46 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Des Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IADes Moines , IA
Med School: Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University Of Washington School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. William Reed Farmer

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • AmeriGroup
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • MediGold
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. William Reed Farmer has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

6 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Texas Tech University Health Science Center School Of Medicine in 2020.

NPI Number

Dr. Farmer's NPI number is 1245850783.

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Where is Dr. William Farmer's office located?
Dr. William Farmer's office is located at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA, 50314.

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