RICKIE GRIFFITH DO
NPI 1215315536
Emergency Medicine in Waterloo, IA

Active since May 07, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3421 W 9TH ST, WATERLOO, IA 50702(319) 272-8000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 9, 2025, Aug 3, 2022 (2 updates tracked since 2022).

About Rickie Griffith Do NPPES

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

RICKIE GRIFFITH DO (NPI 1215315536) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Waterloo, Iowa, licensed in Michigan (5101021630) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Desoto Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215315536
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameRICKIE GRIFFITHCredential: DO
Location Address3421 W 9TH STWaterloo, IA 50702-5401
Mailing Address3421 W 9th StWaterloo, IA 50702-5401 · (319) 272-8000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateMay 7, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 9, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 9, 2025
✔ NPI 1215315536 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in MI · 5101021630
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 5101021630 (MI)
3421 W 9TH ST, Waterloo, IA 50702

Accepted 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

Rickie Griffith 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 ID5991010159
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230106000863
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

10

Medicare enrollment records show Rickie Griffith reassigns Medicare billing to 10 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Emergency Medicine
3421 WEST NINTH STREET
Waterloo, IA 50702
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 70 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
3421 W 9TH ST
Waterloo, IA 50702
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 48 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
1825 LOGAN AVE
Waterloo, IA 50703
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 273 clinicians in this Medicare group
Critical Access
312 9TH ST SW
Waverly, IA 50677
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1033125463 (Iowa)
  • 66 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
55 UNITYPOINT WAY
Marshalltown, IA 50158
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 214 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
1000 LINCOLN ST
Fort Morgan, CO 80701
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 468 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
4943 STATE HIGHWAY 52 STE 100
Dacono, CO 80514
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Colorado enrollment
  • 352 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
5555 W THUNDERBIRD RD
Glendale, AZ 85306
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Arizona enrollment
  • 93 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
524 W SAGAMORE AVE
Clewiston, FL 33440
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 147 clinicians in this Medicare group
Emergency Medicine
20900 BISCAYNE BLVD
Aventura, FL 33180
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 1,912 clinicians in this Medicare group

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
108 services105 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
50 services50 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
39 services39 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Desoto Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Arcadia, FL
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100175
Location900 N Robert AveArcadia, FL 34265 · De Soto County
Emergency services

Allen Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Waterloo, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160110
Location1825 Logan AvenueWaterloo, IA 50703 · Black Hawk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Waverly Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Waverly, IA
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161339
Location312 9th Street SWWaverly, IA 50677 · Bremer County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50702 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
$81.84 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $20.46 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.05 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

Internal Medicine
3421 W 9TH ST
WATERLOO, IA 50702
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
3421 W 9TH ST
WATERLOO, IA 50702
Nurse Practitioner (Obstetrics & Gynecology)
3421 W 9TH ST, SUITE G4500
WATERLOO, IA 50702
Advanced Practice Midwife
3421 W 9TH ST
WATERLOO, IA 50702
Dietitian, Registered (Nutrition, Sports Dietetics)
3421 W 9TH ST
WATERLOO, IA 50702
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
3421 W 9TH ST
WATERLOO, IA 50702
Anesthesiology
3421 W 9TH ST
WATERLOO, IA 50702
Podiatrist
3421 W 9TH ST
WATERLOO, IA 50702

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 Rickie Griffith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Rickie Griffith is 1215315536. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 7, 2015.

Where is Rickie Griffith located?

Rickie Griffith practices at 3421 W 9th St, Waterloo, IA 50702. The listed phone number is (319) 272-8000.

What is Rickie Griffith's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Rickie Griffith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Rickie Griffith 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 Rickie Griffith's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Rickie Griffith reassigns Medicare benefits to 10 organizations: Iowa Emergency Physicians LLP (Waterloo, IA), Waterloo Emergency Physicians, LLC (Waterloo, IA), Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation (Waterloo, IA), Waverly Health Center (Waverly, IA), Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown (Marshalltown, IA) and 5 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Rickie Griffith's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Rickie Griffith accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and 1 other insurer list Rickie Griffith 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 Rickie Griffith affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Rickie Griffith is affiliated with Desoto Memorial Hospital, Allen Hospital and Waverly Health Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Rickie Griffith was last updated on January 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 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.