JOSEPH M. YANKEY D.O.
NPI 1538329917
Family Medicine in West Des Moines, IA
NPI Status: Active since June 10, 2008
Contact Information
5950 UNIVERSITY AVE
STE 105
WEST DES MOINES, IA
ZIP 50266
Phone: (515) 875-9070
Fax: (515) 875-9071
- Individual
- Male
- Family Medicine
About JOSEPH YANKEY
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Joseph Yankey, a primary care provider established in West Des Moines, Iowa with a medical specialization in Family Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1538329917 assigned on June 2008. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207Q00000X with license number DO-04003 (IA). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 8 years ago.
- NPI
- 1538329917
- Provider Name
- JOSEPH M. YANKEY D.O.
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 5950 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 105 WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
- Location Phone
- (515) 875-9070
- Location Fax
- (515) 875-9071
- Mailing Address
- 7147 VISTA DR STE 150 WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
- Mailing Phone
- (515) 875-9925
- Mailing Fax
- (515) 875-9071
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-10-2008
- Last Update Date
- 06-21-2018
- Code Navigator
A primary care provider (PCP) like Joseph Yankey sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Family Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207Q00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- DO-04003
- License State
- IA
- Taxonomy Description
- Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
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.
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes
Hyaluronan or derivitive, genvisc 850, for intra-articular injection, 1 mg
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes
X-ray of knee, 3 views
This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.
This service was performed 317 times for 82 patientsThis 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.
This service was performed 16 times for 16 patientsGenvisc 850 is an injection containing hyaluronan, a substance naturally found in your joints. It helps to lubricate and cushion your joints. This treatment is used to relieve knee pain due to osteoarthritis when other treatments have not worked.
This service was performed 10,825 times for 79 patientsThis service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
This service was performed 49 times for 49 patientsAn X-ray of the knee, 3 views, is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the knee from three different angles. This helps medical professionals to diagnose and monitor conditions like arthritis, fractures, or infections. The process is quick and painless.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1538329917, we treat the final digit (7) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 73. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (80 - 73 = 7).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 73 is 80. The difference is the calculated check digit.
Other Providers at the Same Location
The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.
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WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1538329917, enumerated as an "individual" on June 10, 2008.
The provider is located at 5950 UNIVERSITY AVE STE 105 WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266 and the phone number is (515) 875-9070.
Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.
