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ROYCE KENT DEXTER MD
NPI 1992798490
Anesthesiology in Des Moines, IA

Active since August 30, 2005PECOS Enrolled
55.63/100
CMS Quality Rating
411 LAUREL ST, STE 3170, DES MOINES, IA 50314(515) 283-0463(515) 283-0463 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 28, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Royce Kent Dexter Md NPPES

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

ROYCE KENT DEXTER MD (NPI 1992798490) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Des Moines, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (31316) and active in the NPI registry since August 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1992798490
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameROYCE KENT DEXTERCredential: MD
Location Address411 LAUREL ST, STE 3170Des Moines, IA 50314-3017
Mailing Address411 Laurel St, Ste 3170Des Moines, IA 50314-3017 · (515) 283-0463 · Fax (515) 283-0794
Phone(515) 283-0463
Fax(515) 283-0463
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateAugust 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 28, 2007
✔ NPI 1992798490 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 31316
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.
411 LAUREL ST, Des Moines, IA 50314
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid0150144IA
Medicare PIN59393IA
Medicare UPING48230

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

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Royce Kent Dexter Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Royce Dexter reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.C.
9.6 mi
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

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 6

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.

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.
23 services23 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
21 services21 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
21 services21 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into arm nerve bundle (brachial plexus) 64415
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent or steroid into your arm's nerve bundle. It's done to manage pain or inflammation. The injection helps block nerve signals that cause discomfort, providing relief. It's a safe, common procedure.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for extensive surgery on spine 00670
Anesthesia for extensive spine surgery involves medication to block pain and make you unconscious during the procedure. It ensures comfort and prevents movement. Two types may be used: general (you sleep) or regional (numbs a large area). The choice depends on the surgery specifics and your health.
11 services11 patients
Anesthesia for total hip replacement 01214
Anesthesia for total hip replacement is a medical service where medication is given to eliminate pain during surgery. Two types are commonly used: general anesthesia, making you unconscious, or spinal anesthesia, numbing the lower body. The choice depends on your health and your doctor's recommendation.
11 services11 patients

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.

55.63/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality59.37
Improvement Activities40
Cost26.57

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 Royce Dexter's NPI number?

The NPI number for Royce Dexter is 1992798490. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 30, 2005.

Where is Royce Dexter located?

Royce Dexter practices at 411 Laurel St Ste 3170, Des Moines, IA 50314. The listed phone number is (515) 283-0463.

What is Royce Dexter's specialty?

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

Is Royce Dexter enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Royce Dexter is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organization bills Medicare for Royce Dexter's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Royce Dexter reassigns Medicare benefits to Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.C. (West Des Moines, IA). The 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 Royce Dexter's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Royce Dexter accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list Royce Dexter 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Royce Dexter was last updated on September 28, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 19 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.