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DR. ARA J ROBINSON D.O.
NPI 1619054335
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Urbandale, IA

Active since November 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6921 HICKMAN RD, STE 2327, URBANDALE, IA 50322(515) 270-2242 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 17, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Ara J Robinson D.o. NPPES

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

DR. ARA J ROBINSON D.O. (NPI 1619054335) is an individual psychiatry provider in Urbandale, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (3762) and active in the NPI registry since November 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi, and is a graduate of Other (2003).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1619054335
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. ARA J ROBINSONCredential: D.O.
Location Address6921 HICKMAN RD, STE 2327Urbandale, IA 50322-4805
Mailing Address8860 Lake DrWest Des Moines, IA 50266-1650 · (319) 621-9147
Phone(515) 270-2242
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2003
Enumeration DateNovember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 17, 2014
✔ NPI 1619054335 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 3762
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
6921 HICKMAN RD, Urbandale, IA 50322
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Other Identifiers 2

Medicare PIN719260414IA
OtherP01343272IA · Rr Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health and more.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. Ara J Robinson D.o. 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 ID2365544681
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070216000317, I20260106001366
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

9

Medicare enrollment records show Ara Robinson reassigns Medicare billing to 9 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Central Iowa Hospital Corporation
0.9 mi
Family Medicine
5700 HICKMAN RD
Des Moines, IA 50310
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 545 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1770534364 (515) 274-3551
Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation
2.8 mi
General Practice
8101 BIRCHWOOD CT, SUITE N
Johnston, IA 50131
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 1,506 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1619309325 (515) 471-9300
Broadlawns Medical Center
3.6 mi
General Acute Care Hospital
1801 HICKMAN RD
Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 518 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1467447508 (515) 282-2200
House Of Mercy
3.9 mi
Substance Abuse Rehabilitation Facility
1409 CLARK ST
Des Moines, IA 50314
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 7 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1821155284 (515) 643-6500
Mary Greeley Medical Center
28 mi
Mental Health (Including Community Mental Health Center)
124 S HAZEL AVE
Ames, IA 50010
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 42 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518617570 (515) 239-6747
Capstone Behavioral Healthcare, Inc
35 mi
Community/Behavioral Health
1123 1ST AVE E, #200
Newton, IA 50208
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 15 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1174598908 (641) 792-4012
Montgomery County Memorial Hospital
88 mi
Critical Access
2301 EASTERN AVE
Red Oak, IA 51566
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1265405310 (Iowa)
  • 67 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1376539338 (712) 623-7000
Optimae Lifeservices, Inc,
100 mi
Community/Behavioral Health
301 W BURLINGTON AVE
Fairfield, IA 52556
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 36 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1174520084 (641) 472-5771
Stedfast Medical Services LLC
1,280 mi
Psychiatry
3365 BURNS RD STE 203
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Florida enrollment
  • 48 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1508438284 (561) 708-5092

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 3

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 straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
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.
42 services25 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This 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.
34 services15 patients
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.
26 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50322 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
$161.40 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $40.35 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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.

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 Ara Robinson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ara Robinson is 1619054335. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 1, 2006.

Where is Ara Robinson located?

Ara Robinson practices at 6921 Hickman Rd Ste 2327, Urbandale, IA 50322. The listed phone number is (515) 270-2242.

What is Ara Robinson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Ara Robinson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ara Robinson 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 Ara Robinson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ara Robinson reassigns Medicare benefits to 9 organizations: Central Iowa Hospital Corporation (Des Moines, IA), Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation (Johnston, IA), Broadlawns Medical Center (Des Moines, IA), House Of Mercy (Des Moines, IA), Mary Greeley Medical Center (Ames, IA) and 4 more organizations, listed in the Medicare section above. 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 Ara Robinson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Ara Robinson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Cigna HealthCare of Florida, Inc. and 7 other insurers list Ara Robinson 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 Ara Robinson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ara Robinson is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Des Moines Iowa Methodist Medi.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ara Robinson was last updated on September 17, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.