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Dr. Cindy Pontious, ARNP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1770925935
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6000 University Ave, Suite 200
West des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 241-2300
fax (515) 241-2305
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 21, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LP0808X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #G079541
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770925935. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
314
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$28,564
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 209 | 60 | $101 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 88 | 54 | $71 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 17 | 12 | $71 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in West des Moines Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 152. This provider delivers 2.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$339
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
4
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 14 | $257.85 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 2 | $37.45 | |
| Neurocrine Biosciences, INC. | 1 | $22.61 | |
| Iti, INC. (D/B/A Intra-Cellular Therapies, INC.) | 1 | $20.62 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,691
Patients
438
Total drug cost
$257,767
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 472 | 50 | $15,523 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 363 | 45 | $9,290 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 355 | 37 | $4,191 |
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 347 | 39 | $7,811 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 325 | 45 | $4,085 |
| Aripiprazole | Generic | 265 | 39 | $23,935 |
| Risperidone | Generic | 228 | 26 | $2,554 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 208 | 27 | $4,572 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl ER (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 197 | 19 | $4,611 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 179 | 23 | $2,857 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cindy Pontious's medical specialty?
Dr. Cindy Pontious practices Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Cindy Pontious practice?
Dr. Cindy Pontious practices at 6000 University Ave, West des Moines, IA 50266. Office phone: 5152412300.
What is Dr. Cindy Pontious's NPI?
Dr. Cindy Pontious's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770925935, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cindy Pontious accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cindy Pontious accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cindy Pontious commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Telephone medical discussion with physician (HCPCS 99442). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.