DR. VALERIE KAY TORGERSON D.O.
NPI 1306836119
Family Medicine in Des Moines, IA

Active since October 24, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110, DES MOINES, IA 50309(515) 643-0833(515) 643-0933 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 7, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 7, 2022, May 10, 2022, Dec 2, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Valerie Kay Torgerson D.o. NPPES

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

DR. VALERIE KAY TORGERSON D.O. (NPI 1306836119) is an individual family medicine provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (02943) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi, and is a graduate of Other (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1306836119
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. VALERIE KAY TORGERSONCredential: D.O.
Location Address1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110Des Moines, IA 50309-5507
Mailing AddressPo Box 1475Des Moines, IA 50305-1475 · (515) 643-0833 · Fax (515) 643-0933
Fax(515) 643-0933
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateOctober 24, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 7, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 7, 2022
NPI 1306836119 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in IA · 02943
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110, Des Moines, IA 50309

Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Dr. Valerie Kay Madison D.o.

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1142349IA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Valerie Kay Torgerson D.o. 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 ID1557403748
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100127000083
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 16

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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
301 services196 patients
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415
This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.
295 services196 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
174 services129 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
123 services123 patients
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month 99490
Chronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
113 services31 patients
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025
A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.
90 services78 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50309 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
6 suppliers17 claims33 services$5.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 8

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

Nurse Practitioner
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Counselor (Mental Health)
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Family Medicine
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Family Medicine
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Pediatrics
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Nurse Practitioner
1350 DES MOINES ST STE 110
DES MOINES, IA 50309

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 Valerie Torgerson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Valerie Torgerson is 1306836119. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2005. The provider is also known as Dr. Valerie Kay Madison D.O..

Where is Valerie Torgerson located?

Valerie Torgerson practices at 1350 Des Moines St Ste 110, Des Moines, IA 50309. The listed phone number is (515) 643-0833.

What is Valerie Torgerson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Valerie Torgerson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Valerie Torgerson 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.

What insurance does Valerie Torgerson accept?

Health plans from Medica and Oscar Insurance Company list Valerie Torgerson 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 Valerie Torgerson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Valerie Torgerson is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Valerie Torgerson was last updated on July 7, 2022. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.