Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cortney Bax, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Des Moines, IA
- NPI 1972906816
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 6 locations .
- Primary practice
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110 E Court Ave Ste 200
Des Moines, IA 503092044
(515) 282-2921
fax (515) 282-1035 - Additional location
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12495 University Ave Ste 200
Clive, IA 503258290 - Additional location
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1950 Sw Magazine RD
Ankeny, IA 500232977 - Additional location
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2565 Se Encompass Dr Ste 100
Waukee, IA 502631299
(515) 282-1299
fax (515) 282-2095 - Additional location
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404 Jefferson St
Pella, IA 502191257
(641) 628-3832
fax (641) 682-2764 - Additional location
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411 Laurel St Ste A300
Des Moines, IA 503143030 - Mailing address
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200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 522421009
Show 3 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 31, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #075490
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1972906816. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
53
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$453
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 22 | 18 | $8 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 18 | 15 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 13 | 13 | $10 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 48 peers in Des Moines Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 81. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$400
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gilead Sciences, INC. | 1 | $121.13 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $102.50 | |
| Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $95.00 | |
| Stemline Therapeutics INC. | 1 | $81.85 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
241
Patients
15
Total drug cost
$18,298
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 36 | 15 | $390 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 32 | 0 | $552 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 24 | 0 | $563 |
| Morphine Sulfate ER (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $544 |
| Oxycontin (Oxycodone Hcl) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $12,821 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 20 | 0 | $317 |
| Acyclovir | Generic | 18 | 0 | $574 |
| Diphenoxylate-Atropine (Diphenoxylate Hcl/Atropine) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $824 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 15 | 0 | $83 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 13 | 0 | $210 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cortney Bax's medical specialty?
Dr. Cortney Bax practices Physician Assistant in Des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Cortney Bax practice?
Dr. Cortney Bax practices at 110 E Court Ave Ste 200, Des Moines, IA 503092044. Office phone: 5152822921.
What is Dr. Cortney Bax's NPI?
Dr. Cortney Bax's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972906816, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cortney Bax accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cortney Bax accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cortney Bax commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count (HCPCS 85025); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.