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CINDY S PONTIOUS ARNP
NPI 1770925935
Nurse Practitioner - Psychiatric/Mental Health in West Des Moines, IA

Active since July 29, 2013PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 200, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266(515) 241-2300(515) 241-2305 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 21, 2019. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 21, 2019, Oct 22, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Cindy S Pontious Arnp NPPES

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

CINDY S PONTIOUS ARNP (NPI 1770925935) is an individual psychiatric/mental health provider in West Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (G079541) and active in the NPI registry since July 2013. She 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 (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770925935
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363LP0808X
Provider Legal NameCINDY S PONTIOUSCredential: ARNP
Location Address6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 200West Des Moines, IA 50266
Mailing Address6000 University Ave, Suite 200West Des Moines, IA 50266 · (515) 241-2300 · Fax (515) 241-2305
Phone(515) 241-2300
Fax(515) 241-2305
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateJuly 29, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 21, 20192 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1770925935 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · Psychiatric/Mental HealthPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363LP0808X
License✔ Licensed in IA · G079541
6000 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 and accepts Medicare assignment

Cindy S Pontious Arnp 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 ID648404848
PECOS Enrollment IDI20131001000201
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 5

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.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
119 services47 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.
66 services46 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
29 services16 patients
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes 99442
This is a service where you have a phone conversation with your doctor for 11-20 minutes. It's used for discussing health concerns, reviewing test results, or managing ongoing conditions. It's a convenient way to receive medical advice without an in-person visit.
26 services14 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.
21 services13 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 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
$94.05 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99214
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.

DR. ERIN ELIZABETH LEHMAN M.D
Obstetrics & Gynecology
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 203
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 241-2200
CAYLEEN SUE ROHACH
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 689-7774
MARIA S OGDEN PHD
Psychologist
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 200
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 241-2300
CHARLES W LOVE MD
Dermatology
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 350
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 226-8484
PEGGY JO WASSER SCOTT PT
Physical Therapist
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 203
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 241-2200
JEFFREY S KERBER LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 200
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 241-2300
RACHEAL CHRISTINE MCMAHON PA-C
Physician Assistant
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 450
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 241-2000
JENNIFER L FEJFAR DO
Family Medicine
6000 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 101
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50266
Dallas County (515) 241-2600

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 Cindy Pontious's NPI number?

The NPI number for Cindy Pontious is 1770925935. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 29, 2013.

Where is Cindy Pontious located?

Cindy Pontious practices at 6000 University Ave Suite 200, West Des Moines, IA 50266. The listed phone number is (515) 241-2300.

What is Cindy Pontious's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Psychiatric/Mental Health, with taxonomy code 363LP0808X.

Is Cindy Pontious enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Cindy Pontious 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 Cindy Pontious accept?

Health plans from Medica list Cindy Pontious 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 Cindy Pontious affiliated with any hospitals?

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

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Cindy Pontious was last updated on October 21, 2019. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.