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Dr. Richard Rinehart, MD

Dr. Richard Rinehart, MD

Ear, Nose, and Throat*

Dr. Richard Rinehart, MD is a head & neck surgery otolaryngologist in West Des Moines, IA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Cass County Memorial Hospital and Clarke County Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

5950 University Ave Ste 265 West Des Moines, IA 50266
Telehealth available
(515) 875-9450

Dr. Rinehart is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Rinehart specializes in the area of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Good Patient Care
    Patients said they had exceptional care at this hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Rinehart's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rinehart

3.7

15 ratings, 8 with a written review
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1 Star
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What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Sep 23, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Lyn – Apr 03, 2020
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Dennis in West Des Moines, IA – Mar 05, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Apr 18, 2018
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Des Moines, IA – Nov 15, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
5 people found this helpful
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Mount Horeb, WI – Apr 25, 2017
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
Connie in Urbandale, IA – Mar 01, 2017
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
BJ McLaughlin in Des Moines, IA – Jul 08, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Rinehart is a board certified Otolaryngologist Head and Neck Surgeon (ENT) with over 20 years of experience. He was born and raised in Iowa and did his undergraduate studies at Iowa State University. He then completed both medical school and...read more

  • Ear, Nose, and Throat

  • Allergy

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  • Central Ia Health Sys/ia Methodi

    Residency Hospital

  • University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics

    Residency Hospital

  • Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    Internship Hospital

  • University Of Iowa Carver College Of Medicine

    Medical School

  • Iowa State University

    Undergraduate School
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery®
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Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery
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Dr. Rinehart is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Ear, Nose, and Throat

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    Locations

    Practice

    Office5950 University Ave Ste 265 West Des Moines, IA 50266
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    Practice

    Clarke County Hospital800 S Fillmore St Osceola, IA 50213
    2

    Practice

    Office7147 Vista Dr Ste 150 West Des Moines, IA 50266
    3

    Practice

    Cass County Memorial Hospital1501 E 10th St Atlantic, IA 50022
    4
    • Call
    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Mon: 7:00am - 7:00pm
      • Tue: 7:00am - 7:00pm
      • Wed: 8:00am - 7:00pm
      • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
      • Fri: 8:00am - 5:00pm
      • Sat: 8:00am - 12:00pm
      • Sun: closed
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Cass County Memorial Hospital

      1501 E 10th St
      Atlantic, IA 50022

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      89%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      1% higher than the national average

      83%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback

    • Clarke County Hospital

      800 S Fillmore St
      Osceola, IA 50213
      Recipient of 1
      hospital award

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023)

      Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      90%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      84%
      Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

      2% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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