Compare 14 ob-gyns in Ames, IA. Check ratings, insurance, and availability.
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Most common: MD
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Ames has 14 ob-gyns. The most common credential is MD (50%). 100% are currently accepting new patients.
Nearby hospitals include University of Iowa Hospitals & Clinics, MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center, and Blank Children's Hospital. Local training programs run through University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine and Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine.
The most commonly accepted carriers among Ames ob-gyns include qhp-25896, qhp-93078, qhp-20305, and unitedhealthcare. 50% accept Medicare.
An annual well-woman visit includes a breast exam, pelvic exam, and Pap smear (per screening guidelines). Your OB-GYN will ask about your menstrual cycle, sexual health, and contraception needs. For pregnancy, you will discuss prenatal testing, expected timeline, and delivery planning. The visit is a safe space to bring up any reproductive health questions.
See an OB-GYN for annual well-woman exams, irregular or painful periods, contraception counseling, pregnancy care, fertility concerns, menopause symptoms, abnormal Pap smear results, pelvic pain, urinary incontinence, or any concerns related to reproductive health. You do not need a referral. Most insurance plans allow direct access to OB-GYN care.
Well-woman visit: $0 (preventive) · Prenatal care + delivery: $2,000-5,000 (after insurance) · IUD insertion: $0 (covered preventive)
Ames, IA has 14 licensed ob-gyns. 100% are currently accepting new patients, so finding an available provider should be straightforward.
Yes. 100% of ob-gyns in Ames, IA are currently accepting new patients. You can filter your search on FindClarity to show only providers who are taking new patients.
The most commonly accepted carriers among ob-gyns in Ames, IA include qhp-25896, qhp-93078, qhp-20305, unitedhealthcare, and medicare. Coverage and in-network status vary by provider, so it is worth confirming directly with the office before scheduling. FindClarity shows accepted insurance for each provider.
Well-woman visits are covered as preventive care (no cost). Prenatal care and delivery with insurance typically costs $2,000 to $5,000 out of pocket. IUD insertion is covered as preventive under the ACA. Actual costs in Ames, IA depend on the provider and your insurance plan. Annual well-woman visits and contraception are covered at 100% under the ACA with no copay. Maternity care is covered under your plan's maternity benefits, though deductibles and coinsurance apply.
Look for a board-certified provider who accepts your insurance and practices near you. Ames, IA has 14 ob-gyns. Reading patient reviews and checking hospital affiliations can help narrow your choice. FindClarity lets you compare providers by credentials, insurance, and location.
MD stands for Doctor of Medicine and DO stands for Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine. Both are equivalent qualifications. In Ames, IA, 50% hold the MD credential and 21% hold DO. The difference is in training pathway, not quality of care.
50% of ob-gyns in Ames, IA accept Medicare. Medicare covers Pap smears, pelvic exams, and mammograms for women on Medicare. Routine gynecological care is covered under Part B. You can filter for Medicare-accepting providers on FindClarity.
Top accepted carriers in Ames, IA include qhp-25896, qhp-93078, qhp-20305, unitedhealthcare, and medicare.
Annual well-woman visits are covered at 100% as preventive care under the ACA, with no copay and no deductible. Contraception (including IUDs and implants) is also covered at no cost. Pregnancy and delivery are covered under your plan's maternity benefits, though deductibles and coinsurance apply. Verify your OB-GYN is in-network, especially if you are planning a pregnancy.