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DR. JOSEPH CHARLES WICKARD MD
NPI 1124349162
Anesthesiology in Des Moines, IA

Active since June 14, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
55.63/100
CMS Quality Rating
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170, DES MOINES, IA 50314(515) 283-0463 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 15, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Joseph Charles Wickard Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH CHARLES WICKARD MD (NPI 1124349162) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-42400) and active in the NPI registry since June 2010. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124349162
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH CHARLES WICKARDCredential: MD
Location Address411 LAUREL ST STE 3170Des Moines, IA 50314-3005
Mailing Address411 Laurel St Ste 3170Des Moines, IA 50314-3005 · (515) 283-0463
Phone(515) 283-0463
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateJune 14, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 15, 2021
NPPES CertifiedJuly 15, 2021
✔ NPI 1124349162 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · MD-42400
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 STE 3170, Des Moines, IA 50314
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 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. Joseph Charles Wickard Md 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 ID5395053672
PECOS Enrollment IDI20151006002885
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

3

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Wickard reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation
6.7 mi
General Practice
8101 BIRCHWOOD CT, SUITE N
Johnston, IA 50131
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 1,506 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1619309325 (515) 471-9300
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
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 3

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.

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
13 services13 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
12 services12 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar Rapids, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number160079
Location701 10th Street SECedar Rapids, IA 52403 · Linn 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 10

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

DONALD JAMES ANCIAUX III
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 513-3266
ANGELA OSBORNE DO
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 513-3266
JESSICA D LORENZ MD
Anesthesiology (Pediatric Anesthesiology)
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 283-0463
LAUREN THOMPSON
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 283-0463
DANIEL WESTCOTT MOYSE M.D.
Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 283-0463
SUMMER M JOHNSON D.O.
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 283-0463
ALEXANDER J HJELMAAS MD
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (312) 926-2000
DR. DANA MARIE LOWRY DO
Anesthesiology
411 LAUREL ST STE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 513-3266

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 Joseph Wickard's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Wickard is 1124349162. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2010.

Where is Joseph Wickard located?

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

What is Joseph Wickard's specialty?

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

Is Joseph Wickard enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Wickard 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 Joseph Wickard's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Wickard reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation (Johnston, IA), Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.C. (West Des Moines, 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 Joseph Wickard's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Wickard accept?

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

According to CMS data, Joseph Wickard is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Wickard was last updated on July 15, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years 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.