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DR. ALEXANDER JOEL VOLKMAR MD
NPI 1598228728
Orthopaedic Surgery in Ankeny, IA

Active since April 14, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
350 NE 36TH ST, ANKENY, IA 50021(515) 224-1414(515) 224-5140 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Aug 11, 2025, Jul 8, 2025, Mar 9, 2025 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Alexander Joel Volkmar Md NPPES

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

DR. ALEXANDER JOEL VOLKMAR MD (NPI 1598228728) is an individual orthopaedic surgery provider in Ankeny, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-55273) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi, and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598228728
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207X00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. ALEXANDER JOEL VOLKMARCredential: MD
Location Address350 NE 36TH STAnkeny, IA 50021-6728
Mailing Address350 Ne 36th StAnkeny, IA 50021-6728 · (515) 224-1414
Phone(515) 224-1414
Fax(515) 224-5140
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateApril 14, 2019
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 11, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedAugust 11, 2025
✔ NPI 1598228728 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyOrthopaedic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207X00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IA · MD-55273✔ Licensed in UT · 13867736-1205
Definition
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Also ListedOrthopaedic Surgery · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic SurgeryTaxonomy 207XS0114X · License MD-55273 (IA), 13867736-1205 (UT)
350 NE 36TH ST, Ankeny, IA 50021
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and more.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

Dr. Alexander Joel Volkmar Md 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 ID3476889502
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240726001731, I20250808001548
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

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.

Replacement of thigh bone and hip joint with prosthesis 27130
This procedure, known as hip arthroplasty, involves replacing your damaged thigh bone and hip joint with artificial parts, called a prosthesis. It helps relieve pain, improve mobility, and enhance your quality of life.
17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

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

University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Salt Lake City, UT
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number460009
Location50 North Medical DriveSalt Lake City, UT 84132 · Salt Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50021 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 19

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

DES MOINES ORTHOPAEDIC SURGEONS PC
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
350 NE 36TH ST
ANKENY, IA 50021
Polk County (515) 964-6782
KATHERINE JO TUPPER PA-C
Physician Assistant
350 NE 36TH ST
ANKENY, IA 50021
Polk County (515) 224-1414
MS. LINDSEY JOY ENGBERS PA-C
Physician Assistant
350 NE 36TH ST
ANKENY, IA 50021
Polk County (515) 224-1414
ELIZABETH MARIE BRACCIANO OT
Occupational Therapist
350 NE 36TH ST
ANKENY, IA 50021
Polk County (515) 224-1414
DR. MARK J ISAACSON D.O.
Orthopaedic Surgery
350 NE 36TH ST
ANKENY, IA 50021
Polk County (515) 224-1414
DR. JEFFREY BANNISTER DO
Orthopaedic Surgery
350 NE 36TH ST
ANKENY, IA 50021
Polk County (515) 224-1414
ALLISON VAN OORT PT
Physical Therapist
350 NE 36TH ST
ANKENY, IA 50021
Polk County (515) 224-1414
THEODORE NOBLE SMITH PA-C
Physician Assistant
350 NE 36TH ST
ANKENY, IA 50021
Polk County (515) 224-1414

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 Alexander Volkmar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Alexander Volkmar is 1598228728. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 14, 2019.

Where is Alexander Volkmar located?

Alexander Volkmar practices at 350 NE 36th St, Ankeny, IA 50021. The listed phone number is (515) 224-1414.

What is Alexander Volkmar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Orthopaedic Surgery with taxonomy code 207X00000X.

Is Alexander Volkmar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Alexander Volkmar 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 Alexander Volkmar accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Alexander Volkmar 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 Alexander Volkmar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Alexander Volkmar is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi and University Of Utah Hospitals And Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Alexander Volkmar was last updated on August 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.