Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Chinedu Nwosa, MD
Orthopaedic Trauma Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Des Moines, IA
- NPI 1457529356
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 81.6 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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450 Laurel St Ste A
Des Moines, IA 503143045
(515) 247-8400
fax (515) 248-8888 - Additional location
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1111 6Th Ave
Des Moines, IA 503142613
(515) 247-3121
fax (515) 643-8986 - Additional location
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3201 Se 37Th St
Grimes, IA 501115335
(515) 323-6400
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 19, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207XX0801X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #38432
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457529356. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,792
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$242,265
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
A9585 |
Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml | 1,851 | 23 | $0 | |
73552 |
X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views | 131 | 77 | $27 | |
72148 |
Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast | 82 | 82 | $119 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 58 | 30 | $27 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 56 | 52 | $52 | |
27236 |
Treatment of upper end of broken thigh bone with placement of stabilizing device or prosthetic replacement | 51 | 49 | $1,084 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 49 | 49 | $123 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 47 | 20 | $27 | |
72170 |
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views | 45 | 32 | $21 | |
73060 |
X-ray of upper arm, minimum of 2 views | 35 | 17 | $26 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 67. This provider delivers 42× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,116
Transactions
31
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 14 | $379.64 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales Inc. | 9 | $274.10 | |
| Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. | 2 | $267.90 | |
| Dynasplint Systems Inc. | 1 | $99.71 | |
| PolyNovo North America LLC | 2 | $32.18 | |
| Prism Medical | 1 | $27.08 | |
| BIOCOMPOSITES INC | 1 | $19.73 | |
| Heron Therapeutics, Inc. | 1 | $15.40 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Chinedu Nwosa's medical specialty?
Dr. Chinedu Nwosa practices Orthopaedic Trauma Physician in Des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Chinedu Nwosa practice?
Dr. Chinedu Nwosa practices at 450 Laurel St Ste A, Des Moines, IA 503143045. Office phone: 5152478400.
What is Dr. Chinedu Nwosa's NPI?
Dr. Chinedu Nwosa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457529356, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Chinedu Nwosa accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Chinedu Nwosa accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Chinedu Nwosa commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml (HCPCS A9585); X-ray of thigh bone, minimum 2 views (HCPCS 73552); Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast (HCPCS 72148). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.