DR. GANGA PRABHAKAR M.D.
NPI 1023109444
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Des Moines, IA

Active since September 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 250, DES MOINES, IA 50314(515) 235-5000(515) 288-6713 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 19, 2022, Jul 16, 2021, Jan 29, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Ganga Prabhakar M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. GANGA PRABHAKAR M.D. (NPI 1023109444) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in West Virginia (19367) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Barnesville Hospital Association, Inc, and maintains a secondary practice location in Carbondale.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1023109444
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GANGA PRABHAKARCredential: M.D.
Location Address411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 250Des Moines, IA 50314-3017
Mailing Address5880 University AveWest Des Moines, IA 50266-8209 · (515) 633-3835 · Fax (515) 633-3838
Fax(515) 288-6713
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1981
Enumeration DateSeptember 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 20224 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 19, 2022
NPI 1023109444 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in WV · 19367 Licensed in IL · 036148898
Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

411 LAUREL ST, Des Moines, IA 50314

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1409 W Oak St Ste 202Carbondale, IL 62901-1464 · Phone (618) 529-0555 · Fax (618) 529-0556

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1804141000WV

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ganga Prabhakar M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6709860943
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040615001894
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 10

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
44 services29 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
34 services34 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
21 services21 patients
Harvest of vein using an endoscope 33508
Harvesting a vein using an endoscope is a procedure where a small camera is used to help surgeons remove a vein from your body. This vein is often used to bypass a blocked artery, improving blood flow to your heart.
20 services20 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
20 services14 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Barnesville Hospital Association, Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Barnesville, OH
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number361321
Location639 West Main StreetBarnesville, OH 43713 · Belmont County
Emergency services

West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Morgantown, WV
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number510001
Location1 Medical Center DriveMorgantown, WV 26506 · Monongalia County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wheeling Hospital, Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · Wheeling, WV
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number510050
Location1 Medical ParkWheeling, WV 26003 · Ohio County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Wetzel County Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · New Martinsville, WV
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number510072
Location#3 East Benjamin DriveNew Martinsville, WV 26155 · Wetzel County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50314 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$161.40 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $40.35 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.36 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3310
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Social Worker
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 2380
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Surgery
411 LAUREL ST, STE 2100
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Social Worker (Clinical)
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3310
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 2350
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Ganga Prabhakar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ganga Prabhakar is 1023109444. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 28, 2006.

Where is Ganga Prabhakar located?

Ganga Prabhakar practices at 411 Laurel St Suite 250, Des Moines, IA 50314. The listed phone number is (515) 235-5000.

What is Ganga Prabhakar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Ganga Prabhakar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ganga Prabhakar is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Ganga Prabhakar accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, CareSource, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield West Virginia and Molina Healthcare list Ganga Prabhakar as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Ganga Prabhakar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ganga Prabhakar is affiliated with Barnesville Hospital Association, Inc, West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc, Wheeling Hospital, Inc and Wetzel County Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ganga Prabhakar was last updated on September 19, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.