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DR. STEPHEN RICHARD GRIFFITH M.D.
NPI 1790773679
Otolaryngology in West Des Moines, IA

Active since October 13, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
97.58/100
CMS Quality Rating
105 VALLEY WEST DR, SUITE 100, WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265(515) 223-4368(515) 453-2368 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 7, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Stephen Richard Griffith M.d. NPPES

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

DR. STEPHEN RICHARD GRIFFITH M.D. (NPI 1790773679) is an individual otolaryngology provider in West Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (35480) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Knoxville Hospital & Clinics, and is a graduate of Ohio State University College Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1790773679
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Y00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. STEPHEN RICHARD GRIFFITHCredential: M.D.
Location Address105 VALLEY WEST DR, SUITE 100West Des Moines, IA 50265-3902
Mailing Address105 Valley West Dr, Suite 100West Des Moines, IA 50265-3902 · (515) 223-4368 · Fax (515) 453-2368
Phone(515) 223-4368
Fax(515) 453-2368
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOhio State University College Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateOctober 13, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 7, 2015
✔ NPI 1790773679 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Y00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 35480
Definition
An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.
105 VALLEY WEST DR, West Des Moines, IA 50265
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Other Identifiers 5

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedI11411IA
Medicaid1790773679IA
Medicare UPINE99197IA
Medicaid0426205IA
Medicare PIN1790773679IA

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. Stephen Richard Griffith 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 ID1254326085
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040420000053
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

2

Medicare enrollment records show Stephen Griffith reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Iowa Ent Center PLLC
Same address
Otolaryngology
105 VALLEY WEST DR, SUITE 100
West Des Moines, IA 50265
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 13 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1528314960 (515) 223-4368
Knoxville Community Hospital Inc
38 mi
Critical Access
1002 SOUTH LINCOLN ST
Knoxville, IA 50138
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1770591661 (Iowa)
  • 98 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1922087915 (641) 842-2151

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 11

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 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.
161 services109 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
92 services92 patients
Destruction of soft tissue of nasal passages 30801
Destruction of soft tissue in the nasal passages involves removing or reducing specific tissues in your nose that may be causing problems such as blockages or excessive snoring. The procedure is performed by a medical professional using specialized tools and techniques. It's typically safe and effective.
49 services20 patients
Test to assess middle ear function 92567
A test to assess middle ear function, also known as an impedance audiometry, helps evaluate how well your middle ear works. It measures the movement of your eardrum in response to changes in air pressure. This can help identify issues like fluid build-up, ear infections, or eardrum perforations.
33 services30 patients
Exam to assess movement of vocal cord flaps using an endoscope 31579
This procedure involves using a thin, flexible tube called an endoscope to view your vocal cords. The endoscope is gently inserted through your nose or mouth to observe the movement of your vocal cords. This helps identify any abnormalities or issues.
29 services24 patients
Removal of impacted ear wax 69210
Impacted ear wax removal is a safe procedure to clear blockages in the ear canal caused by hardened ear wax. A healthcare professional uses specialized tools or a gentle irrigation method to loosen and remove the wax, improving hearing and alleviating discomfort.
29 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Knoxville Hospital & Clinics

Critical Access Hospitals · Knoxville, IA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number161355
Location1002 South Lincoln StreetKnoxville, IA 50138 · Marion County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50265 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
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

97.58/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality86.53
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 16

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

MATTHEW FINNERN
Physician Assistant
105 VALLEY WEST DR
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
Polk County (515) 223-4368
MR. KEVIN J. PRATER PA-C
Physician Assistant
105 VALLEY WEST DR, SUITE 100
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
Polk County (515) 223-4368
TIMOTHY C SIMPLOT MD
Otolaryngology
105 VALLEY WEST DR, STE 100
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
Polk County (515) 223-4368
MRS. JOY ANN HESSE CCC-SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
105 VALLEY WEST DR
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
Polk County (515) 223-4368
APRIL DAWN HUBBARD AU.D., CCC-A
Audiologist
105 VALLEY WEST DR
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
Polk County (515) 223-4368
THOMAS O PAULSON MD
Otolaryngology
105 VALLEY WEST DR, SUITE 100
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
Polk County (515) 223-4368
EYTAN YOUNG MD
Otolaryngology
105 VALLEY WEST DR, SUITE100
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
Polk County (515) 223-4368
IOWA ENT CENTER PLLC
Otolaryngology
105 VALLEY WEST DR, SUITE 100
WEST DES MOINES, IA 50265
Polk County (515) 223-4368

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 Stephen Griffith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephen Griffith is 1790773679. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 13, 2005.

Where is Stephen Griffith located?

Stephen Griffith practices at 105 Valley West Dr Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50265. The listed phone number is (515) 223-4368.

What is Stephen Griffith's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Otolaryngology with taxonomy code 207Y00000X.

Is Stephen Griffith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephen Griffith 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 Stephen Griffith's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Stephen Griffith reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Iowa Ent Center PLLC (West Des Moines, IA) and Knoxville Community Hospital Inc (Knoxville, IA). 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 Stephen Griffith's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Stephen Griffith accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan list Stephen Griffith 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 Stephen Griffith affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephen Griffith is affiliated with Knoxville Hospital & Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephen Griffith was last updated on May 7, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.