Heike Schmolck, MD

Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology

Heike Schmolck is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Des Moines, IA with over 32 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(515) 358-0011Des Moines, IA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across IA can see Heike Schmolck, MD in person in Des Moines or via virtual visit — no travel required. With 32+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Des Moines area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 88% of reporting doctors in Iowa
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 19 Psychiatry & Neurology providers in IASee all Psychiatry & Neurology in Des Moines32+ years experienceNPI since 2007

Older · 5933dNPPES updated 2010-02-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Iowa Board of Medicine

Contact & Location

Practice Location

Mercy Ruan Neurology Clinic Central 1111 6th Ave East Tower Suite A100, Des Moines, IA 50314

Fax: (515) 358-0099
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Mood Disorders.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
47%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Higher than avg (+12%)44%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
44%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+9%)43%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-7%)42%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-6%)28%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. 32 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Psychiatry & NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.

Taxonomy: 2084N0400X

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

Po Box 1475, Des Moines, IA 50306-1475

Differs from practice location

Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Heike Schmolck

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Heike Schmolck for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Des Moines required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Heike Schmolck

Dr. Schmolck is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Des Moines, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (515) 358-0011.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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