MARNIX A VERHOFSTE M.D.
NPI 1821070657
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Des Moines, IA

Q: What is Marnix Verhofste's NPI number?

The NPI number for Marnix Verhofste is 1821070657. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 17, 2005.

Q: What is Marnix Verhofste's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Marnix Verhofste was last updated on February 23, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.

Active since November 17, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

411 LAUREL ST, SUITE A250, DES MOINES, IA 50314(515) 235-5000(515) 288-6713 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 23, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

On this page

About Marnix A Verhofste M.d. NPPES

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

MARNIX A VERHOFSTE M.D. (NPI 1821070657) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (31865) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown, and is a graduate of Other (1986).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1821070657

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208G00000X

Provider Legal NameMARNIX A VERHOFSTECredential: M.D.

Location Address411 LAUREL ST, SUITE A250Des Moines, IA 50314-3017

Mailing Address5880 University Ave, Suite 205West Des Moines, IA 50266-8220 · (515) 633-3835 · Fax (515) 633-3837

Phone(515) 235-5000

Fax(515) 288-6713

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1986

Enumeration DateNovember 17, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 23, 2016

✔ NPI 1821070657 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208G00000X

License✔ Licensed in IA · 31865

Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

411 LAUREL ST, Des Moines, IA 50314

Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Identifiers 3

Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedI4305IA

Medicare UPING34680IA

Medicaid2166736IA

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

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Marnix A Verhofste 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 ID2062558232

PECOS Enrollment IDI20091002000020

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 10

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

78 services78 patients

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.

66 services38 patients

Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533

A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.

45 services45 patients

Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.

32 services32 patients

Coronary artery bypass using vein or artery graft, 2 grafts 33518

A coronary artery bypass with 2 grafts is a surgery to improve blood flow to your heart. A surgeon takes a healthy vein or artery from your body and attaches it to the blocked coronary artery. This creates a new path for blood to flow, bypassing the blockage.

21 services21 patients

Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361

This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.

16 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown

Acute Care Hospitals · Marshalltown, IA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160001

Location55 Unitypoint WayMarshalltown, IA 50158 · Marshall County

Emergency services

Mary Greeley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Ames, IA

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number160030

Location1111 Duff AvenueAmes, IA 50010 · Story County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercyone Newton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Newton, IA

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number160032

Location204 N 4th Ave ENewton, IA 50208 · Jasper 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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50314 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.

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.

SASHA FARSHID KHOSRAVI DO

Psychiatry & Neurology (Child & Adolescent Psychiatry)

411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3310
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Polk County (515) 643-6290

WENDY SONTAG LISW

Social Worker

411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 2380
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Polk County (515) 643-4915

DR. GANGA PRABHAKAR M.D.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)

411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 250
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Polk County (515) 235-5000

JAN FRANKO MD, PHD

Surgery

411 LAUREL ST, STE 2100
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Polk County (515) 247-3266

MEREDITH D CRENSHAW M.D.

Anesthesiology

411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Polk County (515) 283-0463

ERIC NEVIN MEEK MD

Anesthesiology

411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Polk County (515) 283-0463

JAMES HOLMES BARTLETT MD

Anesthesiology

411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3170
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Polk County (515) 283-0463

DEBRA ROSEBERRY LISW

Social Worker (Clinical)

411 LAUREL ST, SUITE 3310
DES MOINES, IA 50314

Polk County (515) 643-6290

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 Marnix Verhofste's NPI number?

The NPI number for Marnix Verhofste is 1821070657. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 17, 2005.

Where is Marnix Verhofste located?

Marnix Verhofste practices at 411 Laurel St Suite A250, Des Moines, IA 50314. The listed phone number is (515) 235-5000.

What is Marnix Verhofste's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Marnix Verhofste enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Marnix Verhofste 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 Marnix Verhofste 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 3 other insurers list Marnix Verhofste 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 Marnix Verhofste affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Marnix Verhofste is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown, Mary Greeley Medical Center, Mercyone Newton Medical Center and Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Marnix Verhofste was last updated on February 23, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.