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RUBY MENGWEN WU D.O.
NPI 1457608275
Hospitalist in Des Moines, IA

Active since August 10, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1111 6TH AVE, DES MOINES, IA 50314(515) 247-4240(515) 247-4239 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 21, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 06, 2026.

Record update history: Feb 21, 2022, Mar 4, 2021, Oct 16, 2019 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2016).

About Ruby Mengwen Wu D.o. NPPES

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

RUBY MENGWEN WU D.O. (NPI 1457608275) is an individual hospitalist provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (DO-04876) and active in the NPI registry since August 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Ames.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1457608275
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameRUBY MENGWEN WUCredential: D.O.
Location Address1111 6TH AVEDes Moines, IA 50314-2613
Mailing AddressPo Box 1475Des Moines, IA 50305-1475 · (515) 247-4240 · Fax (515) 247-4239
Phone(515) 247-4240
Fax(515) 247-4239
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateAugust 10, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 21, 20226 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 21, 2022
✔ NPI 1457608275 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · DO-04876
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 DO-04876 (IA)
1111 6TH AVE, Des Moines, IA 50314
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11111 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010-5745 · Phone (515) 239-6992 · Fax (515) 817-5469

Accepted Insurance

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

Ruby Mengwen Wu 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 ID5991948234
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160826000350
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 7

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.
668 services254 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.
192 services103 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.
97 services96 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
57 services57 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.
28 services28 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.
16 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
3 suppliers23 claims23 services$16.75 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers23 claims23 services$86.04 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 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
Internal Medicine
1111 6TH AVE
DES MOINES, IA 50314
Polk County (515) 643-2261
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 Ruby Wu's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ruby Wu is 1457608275. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 10, 2012.

Where is Ruby Wu located?

Ruby Wu practices at 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314. The listed phone number is (515) 247-4240.

What is Ruby Wu's specialty?

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

Is Ruby Wu enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ruby Wu 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 Ruby Wu accept?

Health plans from Medica and Oscar Insurance Company list Ruby Wu 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 Ruby Wu affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ruby Wu is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ruby Wu was last updated on February 21, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years 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.