Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ruth Nguyen, NP-C
Nurse Practitioner · Ames, IA
- NPI 1770007155
- Accepts Medicare
- 9 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1215 Duff Ave
Ames, IA 500105400
(515) 239-4432
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2017 — 9 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 19, 2026
- Year of graduation
- 2017 — 9 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363L00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #H106847
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770007155. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,235
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$74,936
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 388 | 180 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 341 | 184 | $101 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 166 | 121 | $71 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 74 | 74 | $102 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 50 | 15 | $49 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 32 | 32 | $29 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 30 | 29 | $77 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 29 | 29 | $72 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 27 | 24 | $2 | |
69209 |
Removal of impacted ear wax by washing | 24 | 22 | $12 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Ames Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 176. This provider delivers 7.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,456
Patients
401
Total drug cost
$18,237
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 187 | 55 | $2,236 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 167 | 53 | $3,071 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 140 | 38 | $1,141 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 108 | 27 | $1,485 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 105 | 31 | $1,108 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 103 | 32 | $743 |
| Simvastatin | Generic | 93 | 22 | $942 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 83 | 18 | $1,553 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 77 | 21 | $772 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 75 | 19 | $393 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ruth Nguyen's medical specialty?
Dr. Ruth Nguyen practices Nurse Practitioner in Ames, IA.
Where does Dr. Ruth Nguyen practice?
Dr. Ruth Nguyen practices at 1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 500105400. Office phone: 5152394432.
What is Dr. Ruth Nguyen's NPI?
Dr. Ruth Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770007155, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ruth Nguyen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ruth Nguyen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ruth Nguyen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.