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Dr. Todd Harbach, MD

Dr. Todd Harbach, MD

Orthopedic Spine Surgery*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Todd Harbach, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Des Moines, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Boone County Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.7 Star Rating
Based on 43 reviews 3.7 Star Rating (43 reviews)

Practice

450 Laurel St Ste A Des Moines, IA 50314

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(515) 247-8400

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Harbach specializes in the area of Orthopedic Surgery. • See board certifications
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. • See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
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Dr. Harbach's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Harbach

3.7

43 ratings, 10 with a written review
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4 Star
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What went well
  • I felt respected
  • 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
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Maegan Brown – Jun 26, 2024
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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
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Diane Dunn – Apr 07, 2021
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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
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Scott Riemenschneider – Jul 11, 2020
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What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Bob Krajcir – Jun 23, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
3 people found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2019
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No results
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 14, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Mar 25, 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
5 people found this helpful
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Des Moines, IA – Jun 27, 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
Helpful
Judy Schowengerdt in West Des Moines, IA – Jun 20, 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
9 people found this helpful
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Joan Haworth in Springfield, MO – Apr 25, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Todd Harbach, MD is an orthopedic spine surgeon in Des Moines, IA and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities such...read more

  • Orthopedic Spine Surgery

  • Orthopedic Surgery

  • Minimally Invasive Orthopedic Spine Surgery

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  • Naval Mc

    Residency Hospital, 1997

  • University Of Nevada, Reno School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery®
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Orthopedic Surgery
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Locations

Practice

Unavail450 Laurel St Ste A Des Moines, IA 50314
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • Wayne County Hospital

    417 S East St
    Corydon, IA 50060
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    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.

    89%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    View all patient feedback

  • Pella Regional Health Center

    404 Jefferson St
    Pella, IA 50219

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home
    80%
    Patients who gave a rating of 9 or 10

    5% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Grinnell Regional Medical Center

    210 4th Ave
    Grinnell, IA 50112

    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

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

    2% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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