DR. BRIAN HANDAL DO
NPI 1144727835
Orthopaedic Surgery - Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine in West Des Moines, IA

Q: What is Brian Handal's NPI number?

The NPI number for Brian Handal is 1144727835. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 9, 2018.

Q: What is Brian Handal's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine, with taxonomy code 207XS0117X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Brian Handal was last updated on August 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since April 09, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

6001 WESTOWN PKWY, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266(515) 224-1414(515) 224-5140 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 2, 2024, Apr 11, 2023, Mar 28, 2023 and 2 more (5 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Brian Handal Do NPPES

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

DR. BRIAN HANDAL DO (NPI 1144727835) is an individual orthopaedic surgery of the spine provider in West Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (DO-06682) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144727835

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207XS0117X

Provider Legal NameDR. BRIAN HANDALCredential: DO

Location Address6001 WESTOWN PKWYWest Des Moines, IA 50266-7702

Mailing Address6001 Westown PkwyWest Des Moines, IA 50266-7719 · (515) 224-1414 · Fax (515) 224-5140

Phone(515) 224-1414

Fax(515) 224-5140

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSDes Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health SciencesGraduated 2018

Enumeration DateApril 9, 2018

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 2, 20245 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 2, 2024

✔ NPI 1144727835 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic Surgery · Orthopaedic Surgery of the SpineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207XS0117X

License✔ Licensed in IA · DO-06682

Definition

Recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty program of orthopaedic surgery, orthopaedic surgeons of the spine deal with the evaluation and nonoperative and operative treatment of the full spectrum of primary spinal disorders including trauma, degenerative, deformity, tumor, and reconstructive.

Also ListedOrthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207X00000X · License DO-06682 (IA)

6001 WESTOWN PKWY, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11301 Pennsylvania Ave Ste 213Des Moines, IA 50316-2365 · Phone (515) 224-1414 · Fax (515) 224-5140

Location 2350 NE 36th StAnkeny, IA 50021-6728 · Phone (515) 224-1414 · Fax (515) 224-5140

Accepted Insurance

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

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Brian Handal 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 ID2668729625

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240708003669

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Brian Handal reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Des Moines Orthopaedic Surgeons PC

Same address

Orthopaedic Surgery

6001 WESTOWN PKWY
West Des Moines, IA 50266

Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
73 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1255405221 (515) 224-1414

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 9

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

124 services84 patients

X-ray of lower and sacral spine, minimum of 4 views 72110

An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back and tailbone area. It helps in identifying issues like fractures, arthritis, or other abnormalities. At least four different angles or 'views' are taken to get a comprehensive picture.

50 services50 patients

X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100

An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.

37 services30 patients

Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion 22853

Spine fusion is a procedure to join two or more vertebrae. During this process, a cage or mesh device is inserted into the spine bone and disc space. This helps to stabilize the spine, reduce pain, and improve functionality. The device acts as a bridge for new bone to grow on.

33 services15 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.

31 services31 patients

Fusion of additional segment of spine 22614

Fusion of an additional segment of the spine is a surgical procedure to join two or more vertebrae together. This is done to stabilize the spine and reduce pain or correct a deformity. The procedure involves using bone grafts, rods, or screws to secure the spine.

30 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi

Acute Care Hospitals · Des Moines, IA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160082

Location1200 Pleasant StreetDes Moines, IA 50309 · Polk 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

Knoxville Hospital & Clinics

Critical Access Hospitals · Knoxville, IA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number161355

Location1002 South Lincoln StreetKnoxville, IA 50138 · Marion County

Emergency services

Mahaska Health Partnership

Critical Access Hospitals · Oskaloosa, IA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number161379

Location1229 C Avenue EastOskaloosa, IA 52577 · Mahaska County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

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