DR. LESTER JAMES YEN M.D.
NPI 1568458396
Plastic Surgery in West Des Moines, IA

Q: What is Lester Yen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lester Yen is 1568458396. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2005.

Q: What is Lester Yen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lester Yen was last updated on January 11, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since September 27, 2005PECOS Enrolled

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 120, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266(515) 875-9744(515) 875-9765 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 11, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 17, 2021, Jun 21, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Dr. Lester James Yen M.d. NPPES

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

DR. LESTER JAMES YEN M.D. (NPI 1568458396) is an individual plastic surgery provider in West Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-28656) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of University Of California, Davis School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1568458396

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208200000X

Provider Legal NameDR. LESTER JAMES YENCredential: M.D.

Location Address5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 120West Des Moines, IA 50266

Mailing AddressPo Box 424Des Moines, IA 50302-0424 · (515) 875-9925 · Fax (515) 875-9923

Phone(515) 875-9744

Fax(515) 875-9765

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of California, Davis School Of MedicineGraduated 1985

Enumeration DateSeptember 27, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 11, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 11, 2024

✔ NPI 1568458396 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208200000X

License✔ Licensed in IA · MD-28656

Definition

A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.

Also ListedPlastic Surgery · Surgery of the HandTaxonomy 2082S0105X · License MD-28656 (IA)

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, West Des Moines, IA 50266

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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 (PECOS)

Dr. Lester James Yen M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID5890695522

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040319001353

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 2

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

22 services22 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

21 services20 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50266 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

$81.84 typical visit price

range $52.96 – $161.40

Typical copayment $20.46 (range $13.24 – $40.35)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.36 typical visit price

range $16.91 – $131.98

Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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.

KEVIN JAMES CUNNINGHAM M.D.

Internal Medicine

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 151
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

Dallas County (515) 875-9192

DR. STEPHANIE M STITT COX MD

Family Medicine

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 220
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

Dallas County (515) 875-9410

PIER LOUISE OSWEILER ARNP

Nurse Practitioner

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 280
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

Dallas County (515) 875-9902

WHITNEY ANN JOHNSTON ARNP, DNP

Nurse Practitioner

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 151
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

Dallas County (515) 875-9192

DR. MELISSA J THOMPSON M.D.

Family Medicine

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 220
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

Dallas County (515) 875-9410

RODNEY WAYNE IEDEMA PT,MSPT

Physical Therapist

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 285
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

Dallas County (515) 875-9706

MS. STACEY LYNN MILLER P.T.

Physical Therapist

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 285
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

Dallas County (515) 875-9706

DR. NICHOLAS SOUTHARD D.O.

Surgery (Vascular Surgery)

5950 UNIVERSITY AVE, STE 231
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266

Dallas County (515) 875-9090

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 Lester Yen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Lester Yen is 1568458396. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 27, 2005.

Where is Lester Yen located?

Lester Yen practices at 5950 University Ave Ste 120, West Des Moines, IA 50266. The listed phone number is (515) 875-9744.

What is Lester Yen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Lester Yen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Lester Yen is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Lester Yen accept?

Health plans from Medica list Lester Yen 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Lester Yen was last updated on January 11, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.