MARIA ALEJANDRA GUEVARA HERNANDEZ M.D.
NPI 1487931788
Hospitalist in Des Moines, IA
About Maria Alejandra Guevara Hernandez M.d. NPPES
Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.
MARIA ALEJANDRA GUEVARA HERNANDEZ M.D. (NPI 1487931788) is an individual hospitalist provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-41655) and active in the NPI registry since November 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, and is a graduate of Other (2004).
NPPES Registry Identity
Specialties & Licenses 2
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.
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
Maria Alejandra Guevara Hernandez 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.
Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies
The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.
Durable Medical Equipment
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)
1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)
1 DME suppliers used 12 Medicare Claims 12 Services Paid
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 15 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 35 minutes
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes
Initial hospital observation care per day, typically 50 minutes
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
This service was performed 89 times for 31 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 282 times for 113 patientsFollow-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.
This service was performed 23 times for 19 patientsHospital 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.
This service was performed 43 times for 42 patientsHospital 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.
This service was performed 34 times for 34 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 22 times for 21 patientsInitial 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.
This service was performed 50 times for 49 patientsInitial hospital observation care is a service where healthcare professionals monitor your health for about 50 minutes daily. This helps them understand your condition better, plan treatment, and ensure your safety. It's a routine part of hospital care.
This service was performed 14 times for 14 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $30.55 for a new patient copayment and $23.51 for an established patient copayment.
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 50314 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204
- Average New Patient Price $122.23
- Minimum New Patient Price $52.96
- Maximum New Patient Price $161.4
- Average New Patient Copayment $30.55
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.24
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.35
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $94.05
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.91
- Maximum Established Patient Price $131.98
- Average Established Patient Copayment $23.51
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.22
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $32.99
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges
Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.
Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Maria Guevara Hernandez is affiliated with the following medical facilities:
| Hospital Name | Address | Phone | Hospital Type | Overall Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCYONE DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER | 1111 6TH AVE DES MOINES, IA 50314 | (515) 247-3121 | Acute Care Hospitals |
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1487931788, enumerated as an "individual" on November 15, 2011.
The provider is located at 1111 6TH AVE 6 SOUTH DES MOINES, IA 50314 and the phone number is (515) 247-4240.
Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medica and Oscar Insurance Company. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
Maria Guevara Hernandez is affiliated with: MERCYONE DES MOINES MEDICAL CENTER.
