Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Christopher Bell, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Des Moines, IA
- NPI 1356723522
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1212 Pleasant St Ste 211
Des Moines, IA 503091411
(515) 875-9770
fax (515) 875-9771 - Mailing address
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Po Box 424
Des Moines, IA 503020424
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 14, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #MD-47216
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1356723522. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
182
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$28,573
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 50 | 50 | $157 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 40 | 32 | $85 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 24 | 24 | $103 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 22 | 22 | $123 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 20 | 13 | $75 | |
47563 |
Removal of gallbladder with x-ray study of bile ducts using an endoscope | 14 | 14 | $656 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 12 | 12 | $121 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in this city , average services per provider: 32. This provider delivers 5.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$694
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 7 | $693.66 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
32
Patients
32
Total drug cost
$75
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 32 | 32 | $75 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Christopher Bell's medical specialty?
Dr. Christopher Bell practices Surgery Physician in Des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Christopher Bell practice?
Dr. Christopher Bell practices at 1212 Pleasant St Ste 211, Des Moines, IA 503091411. Office phone: 5158759770.
What is Dr. Christopher Bell's NPI?
Dr. Christopher Bell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356723522, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Christopher Bell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Christopher Bell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Christopher Bell commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.