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Dr. Justin Rice, MD

Dr. Justin Rice, MD

Gastroenterology*
20+ years of experience

Dr. Justin Rice, MD is a gastroenterologist in West Des Moines, IA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rice has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Medicine in 2001. He is affiliated with UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center. He is accepting new patients.

3.2 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 3.2 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

5950 University Ave Ste 221 West Des Moines, IA 50266

Make an Appointment

(515) 875-9115

At a Glance

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

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Rice

3.2

19 ratings, 8 with a written review
5 Star
53%
53%
4 Star
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3 Star
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2 Star
5%
5%
1 Star
42%
42%

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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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Joe Donahae – Feb 13, 2025
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Vicki Hibbert – Oct 20, 2024
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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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
J. Wright – Mar 19, 2022
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 people found this helpful
Helpful
Dissatisfied Patient – Mar 28, 2021
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Nov 14, 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
Kevin ruml – Aug 08, 2019
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
3 people found this helpful
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Waterloo, IA – Sep 21, 2018
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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
5 people found this helpful
Helpful
Des Moines, IA – Mar 27, 2017
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About Me

biography

Dr. Justin Rice, MD is a gastroenterologist in West Des Moines, IA and has over 20 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. Rice has extensive experience in Pancreatic Disease and Esophageal Disorders. He graduated from University of Nebraska...read more

  • Gastroenterology

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  • University Of Wisconsin Hospital And Clinics

    Fellowship Hospital

  • University Of Nebraska Medical Center College Of Medicine

    Medical School, 2001
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
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Gastroenterology
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Locations

Practice

Office5950 University Ave Ste 221 West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Practice

The Iowa Clinic Endoscopy Cent5950 University Ave Ste 180 West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Office1410 SW Tradition Dr Ste 250 Ankeny, IA 50023
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Office1025 SE Tallgrass Ln Waukee, IA 50263
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • UnityPoint Health-Iowa Methodist Medical Center

    1200 Pleasant St
    Des Moines, IA 50309
    Recipient of 5
    hospital awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

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