Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Desire Gijima, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Iowa City, IA
- NPI 1063824639
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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200 Hawkins Dr, Department of Internal Medicine
Iowa City, IA 522421009
(319) 384-9668
fax (319) 384-8955
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #R-09967
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1063824639. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
464
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$61,060
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 161 | 75 | $101 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 78 | 54 | $142 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 52 | 48 | $173 | |
99306 |
Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 36 | 32 | $173 | |
99310 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes | 35 | 24 | $141 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 34 | 33 | $165 | |
99309 |
Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 23 | 13 | $101 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 18 | 17 | $126 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 15 | 15 | $123 | |
99305 |
Initial nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 12 | 12 | $126 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 13 peers in Iowa City Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 135. This provider delivers 3.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$121
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 1 | $121.13 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,859
Patients
385
Total drug cost
$95,858
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 210 | 44 | $1,519 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 193 | 38 | $2,631 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 185 | 34 | $2,160 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 180 | 21 | $48,905 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 140 | 28 | $2,633 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 136 | 31 | $1,216 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 102 | 19 | $834 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 100 | 36 | $2,000 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 97 | 27 | $1,316 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 96 | 20 | $3,082 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Desire Gijima's medical specialty?
Dr. Desire Gijima practices Internal Medicine Physician in Iowa City, IA.
Where does Dr. Desire Gijima practice?
Dr. Desire Gijima practices at 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 522421009. Office phone: 3193849668.
What is Dr. Desire Gijima's NPI?
Dr. Desire Gijima's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063824639, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Desire Gijima accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Desire Gijima accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Desire Gijima commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99310); Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99306). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.