DR. IVY REYES MELGAREJO
NPI 1518349992
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Des Moines, IA

Active since June 23, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100, DES MOINES, IA 50309(515) 336-6557(515) 461-2223 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 29, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

About Dr. Ivy Reyes Melgarejo NPPES

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

DR. IVY REYES MELGAREJO (NPI 1518349992) is an individual nephrology provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (48007) and active in the NPI registry since June 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown, and is a graduate of Other (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518349992
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameDR. IVY REYES MELGAREJO
Location Address1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100Des Moines, IA 50309-1409
Mailing Address1215 Pleasant St Ste 100Des Moines, IA 50309-1409 · (515) 336-6557 · Fax (515) 461-2223
Fax(515) 461-2223
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 23, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 29, 2025
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 29, 2025
✔ NPI 1518349992 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 48007
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100, Des Moines, IA 50309

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ivy Reyes Melgarejo 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 ID1557610680
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210827002502
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Ivy Melgarejo reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Nephrology
1215 PLEASANT STREET, SUITE 100
Des Moines, IA 50309
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Iowa Kidney Physicians, P.C.
  • 13 clinicians in this Medicare group
General Acute Care Hospital
1801 HICKMAN RD
Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 518 clinicians in this Medicare group
End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) Treatment
1610 COLLINS ST, SUITE D
Webster City, IA 50595
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 387 clinicians in this Medicare group

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 13

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.
492 services207 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.
256 services147 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
139 services111 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
105 services61 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.
95 services90 patients
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation 90935
Hemodialysis is a treatment that uses a machine to filter waste and excess fluid from your blood when your kidneys can't. A physician checks your health before, during, and after the procedure to ensure it's working effectively for you.
94 services51 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown

Acute Care Hospitals · Marshalltown, IA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160001
Location55 Unitypoint WayMarshalltown, IA 50158 · Marshall County
Emergency services

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar Rapids, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160045
Location1026 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402 · Linn 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

Mahaska Health Partnership

Critical Access Hospitals · Oskaloosa, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161379
Location1229 C Avenue EastOskaloosa, IA 52577 · Mahaska County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50309 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 3

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

Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
2 suppliers17 claims4,080 services$0.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for the first prescription in a 30-day period Q0511
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
3 suppliers13 claims13 services$18.94 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy supply fee for oral anti-cancer, oral anti-emetic or immunosuppressive drug(s); for a subsequent prescription in a 30-day period Q0512
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH012N
3 suppliers16 claims16 services$12.56 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 12

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

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Nurse Practitioner
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Nurse Practitioner (Primary Care)
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100
DES MOINES, IA 50309
Nurse Practitioner
1215 PLEASANT ST STE 100
DES MOINES, IA 50309

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 Ivy Melgarejo's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ivy Melgarejo is 1518349992. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 23, 2015.

Where is Ivy Melgarejo located?

Ivy Melgarejo practices at 1215 Pleasant St Ste 100, Des Moines, IA 50309. The listed phone number is (515) 336-6557.

What is Ivy Melgarejo's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Ivy Melgarejo enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ivy Melgarejo 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.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Ivy Melgarejo's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ivy Melgarejo reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Iowa Kidney Physicians, PC (Des Moines, IA), Broadlawns Medical Center (Des Moines, IA) and Trinity Regional Medical Center (Webster City, IA). Each reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ivy Melgarejo's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ivy Melgarejo accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Oscar Health and 3 other insurers list Ivy Melgarejo 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 Ivy Melgarejo affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ivy Melgarejo is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown, St Lukes Hospital, Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Mahaska Health Partnership.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ivy Melgarejo was last updated on January 29, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 20 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.