1. General Surgeons
  2. MO
  3. Carthage, MO

Dr. David Hargroder, MD

General Surgery•Male•Age 61

Dr. Hargroder
Accepting new patients

David E Hargroder MD

2929 S Grand Ave Carthage, MO 64836

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Dr. David Hargroder, MD is a General Surgery Specialist in Carthage, MO. He is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin. He is accepting new patients. Be sure to call ahead with Dr. Hargroder to book an appointment.

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Dr. Hargroder is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Joplin Joplin, a highly rated hospital.

At a Glance

  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
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Experience
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Background Check

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No disciplinary actions found for the years we collect data
No board actions found for the years we collect data
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Dr. Hargroder's Top Procedures and Conditions

Treatment Frequency
Appendicitis
high
high

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hargroder treats Appendicitis more than 92% of his peers

Dr. Hargroder treats this condition more than 92% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Acute Appendicitis
  • Chronic Appendicitis
  • Parasitic Appendicitis
Gallstones
normal
normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hargroder treats Gallstones more than 70% of his peers

Dr. Hargroder treats this condition more than 70% of his peers

Cholecystitis and Gallstones
normal
normal

Treatment Frequency

Dr. Hargroder treats Cholecystitis and Gallstones more than 69% of his peers

Dr. Hargroder treats this condition more than 69% of his peers

Rating Includes other areas of care:

  • Acute Cholecystitis
  • Cholecystitis
  • Gallstones
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Dr. Hargroder's conditions and procedures:

  • Abdominal Pain
  • Abdominoplasty
  • Abscess or Cyst Drainage or Aspiration
  • Abscess or Fluid Incision and Drainage
  • Acid Reflux Surgery
  • Anal Fissure
  • Anal Fistula
  • Anorectal Abscess
  • Appendectomy, Laparoscopic
  • Appendectomy, Open
  • Appendicitis
  • Axillary Lymph Node Dissection
  • Bariatric Surgery (Weight Loss Surgery)
  • Barrett's Esophagus
  • Benign Neoplasm of the Digestive System
  • Breast Cancer
  • Cholecystitis and Gallstones
  • Colectomy
  • Collapsed Lung (Pneumothorax)
  • Constipation
  • Crohn's Disease
  • Diaphragmatic and-or Hiatal Hernia
  • Dressing and-or Debridement of Wound, Infection, or Burn (incl. Negative Pressure Wound Therapy)
  • Duodenal Polypectomy
  • Embolectomy, Thrombectomy, or Vessel Exploration
  • Empyema
  • Enterostomy (Laparoscopic or Open)
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Esophageal Diverticulum
  • Esophageal Fistula
  • Excision of Stomach Tumor
  • Excision, Shaving, or Destruction of Skin and Subcutaneous Tissue (incl. Mohs Micrographic Surgery), Tissue Transfer
  • Gallbladder Diseases
  • Gallbladder Removal
  • Gallbladder Removal (Cholecystectomy), Laparoscopic
  • Gallstones
  • Gastrectomy
  • Gastric Bypass Surgery
  • Gastric Bypass Surgery, Laparoscopic
  • Gastric Restrictive With Partial Gastrectomy or Jejunojejunostomy
  • Gastric Ulcer
  • Gastrotomy
  • Hemorrhoidectomy or Excision of Anal Tags
  • Hemorrhoids
  • Hernia
  • Hernia Repair
  • Hiatal Hernia
  • Ileus
  • Incision and Removal of Foreign Object
  • Incisional Hernia
  • Inflammatory Bowel Disease
  • Inguinal Hernia
  • Inguinal Hernia Repair, Open
  • Intestinal Abscess
  • Intestinal Obstruction
  • Intestinal Transplant (incl. Enterectomy)
  • Ischemic Colitis
  • Laparoscopic Surgical Procedure
  • Laparotomy
  • Lipomas
  • Lymph Node Biopsy or Excision
  • Mastectomy
  • Megacolon
  • Mesenteric Lymphadenitis
  • Neuroendocrine Tumors
  • Obesity
  • Open Diaphragmatic and-or Paraesophageal Hiatal Hernia Repair
  • Open Gastric Restrictive Procedure
  • Open Incisional and-or Ventral Hernia Repair
  • Paraesophageal Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Partial Lung Collapse
  • Pelvic Abscess
  • Peripheral Arterial Embolism and Thrombosis
  • Peripheral Vascular Disease (PAD, PVD)
  • Pleural Effusion
  • Port Placements or Replacements
  • Puncture Aspiration
  • Removal or Destruction of Rectal or Intestinal Tumor (incl. Colonoscopy, Proctosigmoidoscopy, Sigmoidoscopy and Control of Hemorrhage)
  • Revision of Gastric Anastomosis or Restrictive Procedure
  • Rib Fracture
  • Secondary Malignancies
  • Soft Tissue Tumor Removal
  • Thoracentesis
  • Tracheal Surgery
  • Umbilical Hernia
  • Umbilical or Ventral Hernia Repair, Laparoscopic
  • Varicose Veins
  • Vascular Insufficiency of Intestines
  • Ventral Hernia
  • Wound Repair

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Dr. Hargroder accepts the following insurance:

Aetna
Choice Plus POS II
Anthem
Alliance (Select Network)-MO
Alliance-MO EPO
Balanced Blue Access-MO
Blue Access Choice (St Louis) (Select Network)-MO
Blue Access Choice - S-MO
Blue Access Choice-MO
Blue Access-MO
Blue Traditional-MO
Bronze Blue Access Choice Plus-MO
Bronze Blue Access Choice-MO
Bronze Blue Access Plus-MO
Bronze Blue Access-MO
Bronze Pathway for HSA-MO
Bronze Pathway X for HSA-MO
Bronze Pathway X-MO
Bronze Pathway-MO
Catastrophic Pathway X-MO
Catastrophic Pathway-MO
Gold Blue Access Choice Plus-MO
Gold Blue Access Choice-MO
Gold Blue Access Plus-MO
Gold Blue Access-MO
Gold Blue Preferred Options-MO
Gold Pathway X-MO
Gold Pathway-MO
Lumenos plans (Blue Access)-MO
National (BlueCard Basic) PPO
National (BlueCard) PPO
Pathway X-MO
Pathway-MO
Preferred-Care Blue (KC) (Select Network)-MO
Silver Blue Access Choice Plus-MO
Silver Blue Access Choice-MO
Silver Blue Access Plus-MO
Silver Blue Access-MO
Silver Blue Preferred Options-MO
Silver Pathway for HSA-MO
Silver Pathway X for HSA-MO
Silver Pathway X-MO
Silver Pathway-MO
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Card PPO
CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
HealthyBlue 2.0
HealthyBlue Advantage
Cigna
Cigna HMO
Cigna PPO
Open Access Plus
Humana
Choice Care PPO
MultiPlan
MultiPlan PPO
We do not accept health insurance

Dr. Hargroder's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hargroder

5.0

Based on 32 ratings

5 Stars
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(32)
4 Stars
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3 Stars
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2 Stars
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling (32)
  • Appointment wasn't rushed (32)
  • Explained conditions well (32)
What could be improved
  • Long wait times (1)
  • Office environment (1)
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This man is a talented and caring soul that helped me 3 weeks after a back surgery. He is knowledgeable, attention to detail and I recommend him highly for General surgery. This surgery was for multiable hernias,. Retired medical Nurse Kim Lawrence
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
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Kim Lawrence in Miami, OK – Dec 10, 2018
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This is the kindest and most capable Dr I have ever met. His surgery saved my life and his staff and the after care was amazing
What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Office environment
  • Staff friendliness
  • Wait times
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
4 people found this helpful
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Linda Kress in Columbus , KS – Jun 13, 2018
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I would highly recommend Dr Hargroder & his staff.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Mary Jane Segrist in Topeka,Kansas – May 11, 2017
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About Me

Care Philosophy

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Specialties

  • General Surgery
  • Bariatric Surgery

Education

1993
La St University Med Center
Fellowship Hospital
1991
La St University Med Center
Residency Hospital
1986
La St University Med Center
Internship Hospital
1981
Louisiana State University
Undergraduate School
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What are Dr. David Hargroder, MD's top areas of care?

Dr. Hargroder frequently treats Appendicitis, Gallstones, and Cholecystitis and Gallstones. See all procedures and conditions Dr. Hargroder treats.

Where is Dr. David Hargroder, MD's office located?

Dr. Hargroder's office is located at 2929 S Grand Ave, Carthage, MO 64836. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.

Does Dr. David Hargroder, MD offer telehealth services?

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Locations

David E Hargroder MD

David E Hargroder MD2929 S Grand Ave Carthage, MO 64836
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Dr. Hargroder General Surgery3125 Dr Russell Smith Way Carthage, MO 64836
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    • Mon: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sat: 9:00am - 5:00pm
    • Sun: 9:00am - 5:00pm
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Affiliated Hospitals

Dr. Hargroder is affiliated with the following hospital. Select the hospital below to learn more.

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Mercy Hospital Joplin

Joplin, MO

78% Patient Experience Rating, 9% higher than the national average

4 Awards Received

Award Highlight: Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2019)