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Dr. Ben Collins, DO

Internal Medicine*
Map Pin Small Ankeny, IA
Accepting new patients
34 years of experience

Offers telehealth

Overview of Dr. Ben Collins, DO

Dr. Ben Collins, DO is an Internal Medicine Specialist in Ankeny, IA. They specialize in Internal Medicine, has 34 years of experience, and is board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine. They graduated from Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine and is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center. Dr. Collins, completed a residency at Des Moines General Hospital.

Dr. Collins works at Practice in Ankeny, IA with other offices in Urbandale, IA. They are accepting new patients and accept Cigna as well as other major insurance plans. Please call ahead to schedule an appointment and to confirm all accepted insurance plans.

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  1. 1
    Moble Medical Professionals
    301 NE Trilein Dr Ste 4, Ankeny, IA 50021 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 279-1959
  2. 2
    Moble Medical Professionals
    6200 Aurora Ave Ste 607E, Urbandale, IA 50322 Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (515) 279-1959

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  • Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

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    About Dr. Ben Collins, DO

    Specialties*
    • Internal Medicine

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    Specialties*
    Years of Experience
    • 34 years of experience
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    Languages Spoken
    • English
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    NPI Number
    • 1225030836
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    Education & Certifications

    Residency
    • Des Moines General Hospital
    Residency
    Medical Education
    • Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine
    Medical Education
    Undergraduate School
    • Boise State University
    Undergraduate School
    Board Certifications
    • Hospice and Palliative Medicine and Internal Medicine
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