Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Craig Stark, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Physician (CMS: Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology)) · Des Moines, IA
- NPI 1245212075
- Accepts Medicare
- 44 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1215 Pleasant St, Suite 414
Des Moines, IA 503091416
(515) 241-5700
fax (515) 241-5775
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 11, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1982 — 44 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RC0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #MD-23727
- Medicaid (2)
- IA #6206847 · IA #1245212075
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245212075. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
6,202
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$323,320
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 1,194 | 776 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 1,083 | 692 | $91 | |
93306 |
Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function | 864 | 825 | $65 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 553 | 452 | $61 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 395 | 310 | $83 | |
93018 |
Exercise or drug-induced heart stress test with electrocardiogram (ecg) with review by physician | 243 | 240 | $13 | |
78452 |
Nuclear medicine studies of heart muscle at rest and with stress and spect | 210 | 207 | $72 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 203 | 169 | $118 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 184 | 169 | $36 | |
93294 |
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days | 179 | 78 | $28 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Des Moines Cardiovascular Disease Physician, average services per provider: 155. This provider delivers 40× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$618
Transactions
20
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 2 | $138.09 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $124.73 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $121.13 | |
| Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation | 4 | $81.43 | |
| Boston Scientific Corporation | 4 | $77.53 | |
| Zoll Services LLC (A/K/A Zoll LifeCor Corp) | 8 | $74.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
10,755
Patients
2,531
Total drug cost
$2,193,667
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 1,791 | 451 | $28,629 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 1,722 | 299 | $1,394,529 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 1,436 | 381 | $18,543 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 949 | 247 | $5,181 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 565 | 141 | $5,753 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 543 | 137 | $6,825 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 516 | 140 | $3,998 |
| Repatha Sureclick (Evolocumab) | Brand | 463 | 53 | $317,574 |
| Ezetimibe | Generic | 447 | 111 | $15,165 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 412 | 112 | $3,850 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Craig Stark's medical specialty?
Dr. Craig Stark practices Cardiovascular Disease Physician in Des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Craig Stark practice?
Dr. Craig Stark practices at 1215 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 503091416. Office phone: 5152415700.
What is Dr. Craig Stark's NPI?
Dr. Craig Stark's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245212075, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Craig Stark accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Craig Stark accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Craig Stark commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Ultrasound of heart with color-depicted blood flow, rate, direction and valve function (HCPCS 93306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.