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DR. NICHOLAS CARL THOMPSON M.D.
NPI 1417130915
Anesthesiology in West Des Moines, IA

Active since December 07, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266(515) 283-0463 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 2, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 2, 2025, Nov 13, 2025, Oct 19, 2023 (3 updates tracked since 2023).

About Dr. Nicholas Carl Thompson M.d. NPPES

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

DR. NICHOLAS CARL THOMPSON M.D. (NPI 1417130915) is an individual anesthesiology provider in West Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-39457) and active in the NPI registry since December 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1417130915
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. NICHOLAS CARL THOMPSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180West Des Moines, IA 50266-2346
Mailing Address1225 Jordan Creek Pkwy Ste 180West Des Moines, IA 50266-2346 · (515) 283-0463 · Fax (515) 283-0794
Phone(515) 283-0463
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2007
Enumeration DateDecember 7, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 2, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 2, 2025
✔ NPI 1417130915 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-39457
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.
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1701 W Forevergreen RdNorth Liberty, IA 52317-9848 · Phone (319) 356-2633 · Fax (319) 356-2940
Location 2200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · Phone (319) 356-2633 · Fax (319) 356-2940
Location 31825 Logan AveWaterloo, IA 50703-1916 · Phone (319) 235-3941

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Avera Health Plans, Medica, Oscar Insurance Company.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

Dr. Nicholas Carl Thompson M.d. 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 ID9335327121
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110627000290
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 8

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
27 services27 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
22 services22 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.
18 services18 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.
16 services16 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.
14 services14 patients
Insertion of tube in pulmonary artery for monitoring 93503
This procedure involves placing a tube into your pulmonary artery, which is a blood vessel in your lungs. The tube helps monitor heart function and blood flow, providing vital information for your treatment. It's typically done under local anesthesia to minimize discomfort.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

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

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

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 6

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

MARK J. KELLEN MD
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
NOLAN ASPREY MD
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
MEDICAL CENTER ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, P.C.
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
MEDICAL CENTER ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, P.C.
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
MADELINE MASSNER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
ROBERT D SHONTZ M.D.
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463

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 Nicholas Thompson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nicholas Thompson is 1417130915. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 7, 2007.

Where is Nicholas Thompson located?

Nicholas Thompson practices at 1225 Jordan Creek Pkwy Ste 180, West Des Moines, IA 50266. The listed phone number is (515) 283-0463.

What is Nicholas Thompson's specialty?

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

Is Nicholas Thompson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nicholas Thompson 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 Nicholas Thompson accept?

Health plans from Avera Health Plans, Medica and Oscar Insurance Company list Nicholas Thompson 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 Nicholas Thompson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nicholas Thompson is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Allen Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nicholas Thompson was last updated on December 2, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 8 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.