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DR. GREGORY JAMES RECKER DO
NPI 1083607998
Anesthesiology in Des Moines, IA

Active since August 25, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
55.63/100
CMS Quality Rating
411 LAUREL ST, STE 3170, DES MOINES, IA 50314(515) 283-0463(515) 283-0794 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 19, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Gregory James Recker Do NPPES

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

DR. GREGORY JAMES RECKER DO (NPI 1083607998) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (3369) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1083607998
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GREGORY JAMES RECKERCredential: DO
Location Address411 LAUREL ST, STE 3170Des Moines, IA 50314-3017
Mailing Address411 Laurel St, Ste 3170Des Moines, IA 50314-3017 · (515) 283-0463 · Fax (515) 283-0794
Phone(515) 283-0463
Fax(515) 283-0794
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateAugust 25, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 19, 2025
NPPES CertifiedAugust 19, 2025
✔ NPI 1083607998 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IA · 3369✔ Licensed in IA · DO-03369
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
411 LAUREL ST, Des Moines, IA 50314
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · Phone (319) 356-2633 · Fax (319) 356-2940
Location 2701 W Forevergreen RdNorth Liberty, IA 52317-9848 · Phone (319) 356-2633 · Fax (319) 356-2940

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0438770IA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Gregory James Recker Do 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 ID3173504040
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040526001143
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

4

Medicare enrollment records show Gregory Recker reassigns Medicare billing to 4 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Cep America - Anesthesia PC
0.1 mi
Anesthesiology
1111 6TH AVE
Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 209 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023809076 (515) 247-3121
Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.C.
9.6 mi
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
West Des Moines, IA 50266
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 83 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1073552428 (515) 283-0463
State University Of Iowa
29 mi
Family Medicine
616 10TH ST
Perry, IA 50220
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 2,190 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013965334 (515) 465-3553
Family Practice Center
105 mi
Family Medicine
610 8TH ST SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Mercy Medical Center
  • 387 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518946953 (319) 398-6170

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 5

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.

Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
17 services17 patients
Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy 01922
Anesthesia for x-ray or radiation therapy involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep during the procedure. It's used to ensure comfort, minimize movement, and reduce anxiety. The type of anesthesia used depends on the procedure and patient's health.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower spine 00630
Anesthesia for a lower spine procedure involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in your back. This ensures comfort and stillness during the procedure. The type of anesthesia used depends on the specific procedure and your overall health.
11 services11 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790
Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Iowa City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number160058
Location200 Hawkins DriveIowa City, IA 52242 · Johnson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Des Moines, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160083
Location1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314 · Polk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

55.63/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality59.37
Improvement Activities40
Cost26.57

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.

SASHA FARSHID KHOSRAVI DO
Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3310
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 643-6290
WENDY SONTAG LISW
Social Worker
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 2380
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 643-4915
DR. GANGA PRABHAKAR M.D.
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 250
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 235-5000
JAN FRANKO MD, PHD
Surgery
411 LAUREL ST, STE 2100
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 247-3266
MEREDITH D CRENSHAW M.D.
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 283-0463
ERIC NEVIN MEEK MD
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 283-0463
JAMES HOLMES BARTLETT MD
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 283-0463
DEBRA ROSEBERRY LISW
Social Worker (Clinical)
411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3310
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 643-6290

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 Gregory Recker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gregory Recker is 1083607998. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2005.

Where is Gregory Recker located?

Gregory Recker practices at 411 Laurel St Ste 3170, Des Moines, IA 50314. The listed phone number is (515) 283-0463.

What is Gregory Recker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Gregory Recker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gregory Recker 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Gregory Recker's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Gregory Recker reassigns Medicare benefits to 4 organizations: Cep America - Anesthesia PC (Des Moines, IA), Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.C. (West Des Moines, IA), State University Of Iowa (Perry, IA) and Family Practice Center (Cedar Rapids, IA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Gregory Recker's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Gregory Recker accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list Gregory Recker 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 Gregory Recker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gregory Recker is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gregory Recker was last updated on August 19, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.