Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chad Torstenson, MD
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Des Moines, IA
- NPI 1871688630
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1111 6Th Ave, Emergency Department
Des Moines, IA 503142610
(515) 247-3211
fax (515) 643-8933 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4925
Des Moines, IA 503054925
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 26, 2010
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #35510
- Medicaid
- IA #0451633
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1871688630. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
107
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$13,835
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 51 | 48 | $164 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 38 | 38 | $113 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 18 | 18 | $67 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 29 peers in Des Moines Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 123. This provider delivers 0.9× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chad Torstenson's medical specialty?
Dr. Chad Torstenson practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Chad Torstenson practice?
Dr. Chad Torstenson practices at 1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 503142610. Office phone: 5152473211.
What is Dr. Chad Torstenson's NPI?
Dr. Chad Torstenson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871688630, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chad Torstenson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chad Torstenson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chad Torstenson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284); Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99283). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.