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ROBERT D SHONTZ M.D.
NPI 1730390410
Anesthesiology in West Des Moines, IA

Active since May 24, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266(515) 283-0463(515) 283-0794 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 13, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 13, 2025, Sep 20, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Robert D Shontz M.d. NPPES

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

ROBERT D SHONTZ M.D. (NPI 1730390410) is an individual anesthesiology provider in West Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-38259) and active in the NPI registry since May 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730390410
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameROBERT D SHONTZCredential: M.D.
Location Address1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180West Des Moines, IA 50266-2346
Mailing Address1225 Jordan Creek Pkwy Ste 180West Des Moines, IA 50266-2346 · (515) 283-0463 · Fax (515) 283-0794
Phone(515) 283-0463
Fax(515) 283-0794
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateMay 24, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 13, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedNovember 13, 2025
✔ NPI 1730390410 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IA · MD-38259✔ Licensed in IA · R7280
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
Also ListedAnesthesiology · Pediatric AnesthesiologyTaxonomy 207LP3000X · License MD-38259 (IA)
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180, West Des Moines, IA 50266
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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 1200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · Phone (319) 356-1616 · Fax (319) 384-6004
Location 2701 W Forevergreen RdNorth Liberty, IA 52317-9848 · Phone (319) 356-2633 · Fax (319) 356-2940

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc..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

Robert D Shontz M.d. 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 ID2264583905
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090619000368
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

8

Medicare enrollment records show Robert Shontz reassigns Medicare billing to 8 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.C.
Same address
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
West Des Moines, IA 50266
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 83 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1073552428 (515) 283-0463
Cep America - Anesthesia PC
1.2 mi
Anesthesiology
1755 59TH PL
West Des Moines, IA 50266
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 209 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1194516146 (515) 358-8000
Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation
1.4 mi
General Practice
1776 W LAKES PKWY STE 400
West Des Moines, IA 50266
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 1,506 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1366425274 (515) 471-9300
State University Of Iowa
23 mi
Family Medicine
616 10TH ST
Perry, IA 50220
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 2,190 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1013965334 (515) 465-3553
Covenant Medical Center Inc
96 mi
Emergency Medicine
3421 W 9TH ST
Waterloo, IA 50702
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 271 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1528009545 (319) 272-7600
Family Practice Center
114 mi
Family Medicine
610 8TH ST SE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • Medicare enrollment name: Mercy Medical Center
  • 387 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1518946953 (319) 398-6170
Mhc Anesthesia Services
147 mi
Anesthesiology
801 5TH ST
Sioux City, IA 51101
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 69 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1639244270 (712) 279-2266
Northwest Iowa Hospital Corporation
148 mi
Emergency Medical Services
2720 STONE PARK BLVD
Sioux City, IA 51104
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 281 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1215962550 (712) 279-3789

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 4

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.

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620
This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.
29 services29 patients
Anesthesia for procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm 00410
Anesthesia for a procedure to correct abnormal heart rhythm ensures you won't feel pain during the treatment. It can be general, where you're completely asleep, or local, numbing only a specific area. Your vital signs are monitored to ensure safety during the procedure.
18 services18 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access 76937
Ultrasonic guidance for blood vessel access is a medical procedure where sound waves are used to create images of your blood vessels. This helps doctors to accurately locate and access the vessels for treatments or tests, ensuring safety and precision.
17 services17 patients
Insertion of probe in esophagus for heart ultrasound 93313
This procedure involves placing a small probe in your esophagus. The probe, connected to an ultrasound machine, helps capture detailed images of your heart. This non-surgical, minimally invasive procedure provides valuable information about your heart's structure and function.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Iowa City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number160058
Location200 Hawkins DriveIowa City, IA 52242 · Johnson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar Rapids, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number160079
Location701 10th Street SECedar Rapids, IA 52403 · Linn 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

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

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

MARK J. KELLEN MD
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
NOLAN ASPREY MD
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
MEDICAL CENTER ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, P.C.
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
HALLIE CARLSON CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 537-5521
DR. NICHOLAS CARL THOMPSON M.D.
Anesthesiology
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
MEDICAL CENTER ANESTHESIOLOGISTS, P.C.
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463
MADELINE MASSNER CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
1225 JORDAN CREEK PKWY STE 180
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 283-0463

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 Robert Shontz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Robert Shontz is 1730390410. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 24, 2007.

Where is Robert Shontz located?

Robert Shontz practices at 1225 Jordan Creek Pkwy Ste 180, West Des Moines, IA 50266. The listed phone number is (515) 283-0463.

What is Robert Shontz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Robert Shontz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Robert Shontz 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 Robert Shontz's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Robert Shontz reassigns Medicare benefits to 8 organizations: Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.C. (West Des Moines, IA), Cep America - Anesthesia PC (West Des Moines, IA), Iowa Physicians Clinic Medical Foundation (West Des Moines, IA), State University Of Iowa (Perry, IA), Covenant Medical Center Inc (Waterloo, IA) and 3 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 Robert Shontz's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Robert Shontz accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list Robert Shontz 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 Robert Shontz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Robert Shontz is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Robert Shontz was last updated on November 13, 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.