WESTOWN AMBULATORY CENTER
NPI 1083638647
Clinic/Center - Ambulatory Surgical in West Des Moines, IA

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Destruction of lower or sacral spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint

This procedure involves using imaging guidance to accurately target and destroy nerves in the lower or sacral spinal facet joint. It's done to relieve chronic back pain. The process is safe and usually effective.

This service was performed 351 times for 167 patients

Destruction of nerve branches of knee using imaging guidance

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to accurately locate and destroy specific nerve branches in the knee. This can help reduce chronic knee pain. The procedure is minimally invasive and usually performed under local anesthesia.

This service was performed 22 times for 15 patients

Destruction of upper or middle spinal facet joint nerves using imaging guidance, single facet joint

This procedure involves the use of imaging technology to guide a needle to the nerves of a single facet joint in the upper or middle spine. The nerves are then treated to alleviate pain and improve mobility.

This service was performed 61 times for 42 patients

Injection of anesthetic and/or steroid drug into sacral spine nerve root using imaging guidance, single level

This procedure involves injecting a mix of numbing and anti-inflammatory medication into a specific nerve root in the lower back. It helps manage pain and reduce inflammation. The process is guided by imaging technology for precision.

This service was performed 71 times for 47 patients

Injection of lower or sacral spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level

This procedure involves injecting medication into the facet joint in your lower back or sacral spine. It's done under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The aim is to alleviate pain and inflammation. It's a safe, often effective method for managing spinal discomfort.

This service was performed 120 times for 41 patients

Injection of substance into lower spine canal using imaging guidance

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your lower spine canal, guided by real-time images. It's done to diagnose or treat various conditions. You may feel slight discomfort, but it's generally safe and can provide valuable information for your treatment plan.

This service was performed 80 times for 72 patients

Injection of substance into middle or upper spine canal using imaging guidance

This procedure involves injecting a substance into your middle or upper spine canal. It's performed under imaging guidance to ensure accuracy. The substance can help diagnose or treat various conditions, providing relief from symptoms.

This service was performed 14 times for 14 patients

Injection of upper or middle spine facet joint using imaging guidance, single level

This procedure involves injecting medication into a joint in your upper or middle spine. It's performed under imaging guidance for precision. The aim is to reduce inflammation and pain. It's a single-level process, meaning one joint is treated at a time.

This service was performed 30 times for 15 patients

Insertion of spinal neurostimulator electrode array through skin

This procedure involves placing a small device, called a neurostimulator electrode array, under your skin near your spine. It delivers mild electrical signals to your spinal cord, helping to manage chronic pain.

This service was performed 43 times for 16 patients

CLIA Information

The Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) of 1988 applies to facilities or sites that test human specimens for health assessment or to diagnose, prevent, or treat disease. The CLIA Program sets standards for clinical laboratory testing and issues certificates. The NPI / CLIA crosswalk information for this NPI number is:

CLIA Number

16D2111274

Facility Type

Ambulatory Surgery Center

Certificate Effective Date

April 04, 2026

Certificate Expiration Date

April 03, 2028

Laboratory Director

ANDRZEJ SZCZEPANEK

Certificate Type

Certificate of Waiver

Certificate Type Description

This CLIA certificate is issued to Westown Ambulatory Center to perform only waived tests. CLIA defines waived tests as simple tests with a low risk for an incorrect result. Waived tests include certain tests listed in CLIA regulations, tests cleared by the FDA for home use and tests approved by the FDA for waived status and that meet CLIA waiver criteria.

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