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ALEXANDER BRIAN WELSCH OD
NPI 1316781503
Optometrist in West Des Moines, IA

Active since June 21, 2024PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
5970 ASHWORTH RD, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266(515) 440-4610(515) 440-4611 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 21, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Alexander Brian Welsch Od NPPES

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

ALEXANDER BRIAN WELSCH OD (NPI 1316781503) is an individual optometrist in West Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (126324) and active in the NPI registry since June 2024. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Indiana University - School Of Optometry (2024).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316781503
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameALEXANDER BRIAN WELSCHCredential: OD
Location Address5970 ASHWORTH RDWest Des Moines, IA 50266-7143
Mailing Address5970 Ashworth RdWest Des Moines, IA 50266-7143 · (515) 440-4610 · Fax (515) 440-4611
Phone(515) 440-4610
Fax(515) 440-4611
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University - School Of OptometryGraduated 2024
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2024
NPPES CertifiedJune 21, 2024
✔ NPI 1316781503 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 126324
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
5970 ASHWORTH RD, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Alexander Brian Welsch Od 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 ID8527505635
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240807002413
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 2

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 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.
22 services14 patients
Established patient complete exam of visual system 92014
An established patient complete exam of the visual system involves a thorough check of your eyes and vision. It assesses eye health, checks for diseases, and measures your ability to see clearly at different distances. It's a routine, non-invasive procedure.
16 services16 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50266 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
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.36 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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 4

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

ASHWORTH VISION CLINIC PC
Optometrist
5970 ASHWORTH RD
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 440-4610
DR. BARBARA A SCHEETZ OD
Optometrist
5970 ASHWORTH RD
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 440-4610
ASHLEY VALENCIC O.D.
Optometrist
5970 ASHWORTH RD
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 440-4610
TAYLOR MARIE FREESEMAN
Optometrist
5970 ASHWORTH RD
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 440-4610

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 Alexander Welsch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Welsch is 1316781503. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2024.

Where is Alexander Welsch located?

Alexander Welsch practices at 5970 Ashworth Rd, West Des Moines, IA 50266. The listed phone number is (515) 440-4610.

What is Alexander Welsch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Alexander Welsch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Welsch 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 Alexander Welsch accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Medica and Providence Health Plan list Alexander Welsch 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Welsch was last updated on June 21, 2024. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.