Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kevin Pothoven, M.D.
Emergency Medical Services (Emergency Medicine) Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Des Moines, IA
- NPI 1053368498
- Accepts Medicare
- 25 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1111 6Th Ave
Des Moines, IA 503142613
(515) 247-3211
fax (515) 643-8722 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4925
Des Moines, IA 503054925
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 9, 2009
- Year of graduation
- 2001 — 25 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207PE0004X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Michigan #4301078608
- Medicaid (2)
- MI #104703457 · MI #104631572
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053368498. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
625
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$61,948
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 268 | 260 | $164 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 214 | 208 | $8 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 89 | 86 | $113 | |
99283 |
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making | 34 | 34 | $67 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 20 | 20 | $199 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 125. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
100
Patients
100
Total drug cost
$494
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 29 | 29 | $169 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 21 | 21 | $69 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 19 | 19 | $69 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 17 | 17 | $162 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 14 | 14 | $26 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kevin Pothoven's medical specialty?
Dr. Kevin Pothoven practices Emergency Medical Services (Emergency Medicine) Physician in Des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Kevin Pothoven practice?
Dr. Kevin Pothoven practices at 1111 6Th Ave, Des Moines, IA 503142613. Office phone: 5152473211.
What is Dr. Kevin Pothoven's NPI?
Dr. Kevin Pothoven's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053368498, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kevin Pothoven accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kevin Pothoven accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kevin Pothoven commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.