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NATHAN HANDLER DO
NPI 1437641537
Hospitalist in Des Moines, IA

Active since June 04, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1111 6TH AVE, DES MOINES, IA 50314(515) 643-2261(515) 643-5802 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 14, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 14, 2025, Apr 1, 2021, Sep 1, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Nathan Handler Do NPPES

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

NATHAN HANDLER DO (NPI 1437641537) is an individual hospitalist provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (DO-05773) and active in the NPI registry since June 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Trinity Regional Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1437641537
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameNATHAN HANDLERCredential: DO
Location Address1111 6TH AVEDes Moines, IA 50314-2613
Mailing AddressPo Box 1475Des Moines, IA 50305-1475 · (515) 643-2261 · Fax (515) 643-5802
Phone(515) 643-2261
Fax(515) 643-5802
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateJune 4, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateMay 14, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 14, 2025
✔ NPI 1437641537 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IA · DO-05773✔ Licensed in IL · 036.173537
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License R-11258 (IA), DO-05773 (IA)
1111 6TH AVE, Des Moines, IA 50314
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.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

Nathan Handler 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 ID345595427
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210728001002
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 6

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
260 services127 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
172 services101 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
140 services138 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
90 services89 patients
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.
16 services16 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
16 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Trinity Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Fort Dodge, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160016
Location802 Kenyon RdFort Dodge, IA 50501 · Webster County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50314 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
$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.

MERCY CLINICS, INC
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
1111 6TH AVE, EAST TOWER SUITE A100
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 358-0011
TODD EBERLE DO
Family Medicine
1111 6TH AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 643-8678
JOSEPH JANSKY DO
Family Medicine
1111 6TH AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 612-9595
MYLES KAWAMURA DO
Emergency Medicine
1111 6TH AVE, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 247-3211
DR. CODY BRUNCLIK DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1111 6TH AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 247-3121
TYLER MUMM DO
Internal Medicine
1111 6TH AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 643-2261
DR. MITCHELL R. ERICKSON M.D.
Radiology (Neuroradiology)
1111 6TH AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 643-2667
DR. THERESA MARIE WAHLIG M.D.
Pediatrics (Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine)
1111 6TH AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 643-8409

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 Nathan Handler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Nathan Handler is 1437641537. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 4, 2018.

Where is Nathan Handler located?

Nathan Handler practices at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314. The listed phone number is (515) 643-2261.

What is Nathan Handler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Nathan Handler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Nathan Handler 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 Nathan Handler accept?

Health plans from Medica list Nathan Handler 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 Nathan Handler affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Nathan Handler is affiliated with Trinity Regional Medical Center, Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Nathan Handler was last updated on May 14, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.