Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kristel Howell, ARNP
Acute Care Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Des Moines, IA
- NPI 1326344789
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 6 locations .
- Primary practice
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411 Laurel St Ste A300
Des Moines, IA 503143030
(515) 282-2921
fax (515) 643-8819 - Additional location
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1 Saint Joseph Dr
Centerville, IA 525449017 - Additional location
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110 E Court Ave Ste 200
Des Moines, IA 503092044
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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404 Jefferson St
Pella, IA 502191257
(641) 628-3832
fax (641) 682-2764 - Mailing address
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200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 522421009
Show 3 more locations
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 18, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LA2100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #L103659
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1326344789. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,776
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$22,519
| 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 | 288 | 122 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 224 | 117 | $10 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 222 | 108 | $8 | |
82784 |
Gammaglobulin (immune system protein) measurement | 126 | 31 | $9 | |
84100 |
Phosphate level | 118 | 82 | $5 | |
83615 |
Lactate dehydrogenase (enzyme) level | 117 | 80 | $6 | |
84550 |
Uric acid level, blood | 117 | 80 | $4 | |
82728 |
Ferritin (blood protein) level | 63 | 44 | $13 | |
82607 |
Cyanocobalamin (vitamin b-12) level | 62 | 45 | $15 | |
83540 |
Iron level | 62 | 44 | $6 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Des Moines Acute Care Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 68. This provider delivers 26× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$1,233
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| BeiGene USA, INC. | 1 | $900.00 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $131.25 | |
| Amgen INC. | 1 | $102.50 | |
| Pfizer INC. | 1 | $99.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
509
Patients
145
Total drug cost
$38,381
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | Generic | 128 | 44 | $2,889 |
| Letrozole | Generic | 63 | 25 | $1,512 |
| Acyclovir | Generic | 56 | 11 | $952 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | Generic | 38 | 17 | $1,355 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 32 | 0 | $28,945 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 32 | 27 | $352 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 26 | 0 | $318 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | Generic | 25 | 21 | $199 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $236 |
| Hydroxyurea | Generic | 17 | 0 | $376 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kristel Howell's medical specialty?
Dr. Kristel Howell practices Acute Care Nurse Practitioner in Des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Kristel Howell practice?
Dr. Kristel Howell practices at 411 Laurel St Ste A300, Des Moines, IA 503143030. Office phone: 5152822921.
What is Dr. Kristel Howell's NPI?
Dr. Kristel Howell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1326344789, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kristel Howell accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kristel Howell accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kristel Howell 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); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.