Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Cornelius Gucfa, M.D.
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Psychiatry Physician · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1942274626
- Accepts Medicare
- 27 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
6600 Westown Pkwy, Suite 200
West des Moines, IA 502667707
(515) 283-1221
fax (515) 283-2017
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 11, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 1999 — 27 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Iowa #MD-34440 · Wisconsin #45155
- Medicaid (2)
- WI #34467000 · IA #1942274626
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942274626. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
659
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$59,768
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 264 | 107 | $118 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 212 | 130 | $83 | |
96127 |
Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems | 89 | 88 | $4 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 47 | 33 | $83 | |
99443 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 21-30 minutes | 27 | 20 | $119 | |
90792 |
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services | 20 | 20 | $186 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in West des Moines Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 135. This provider delivers 4.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$33
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Corium, LLC | 1 | $32.59 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
5,081
Patients
815
Total drug cost
$84,127
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 546 | 86 | $5,272 |
| Clonazepam | Generic | 509 | 66 | $5,857 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 447 | 63 | $3,959 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 438 | 81 | $5,367 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 335 | 63 | $3,401 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 333 | 59 | $4,547 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl ER (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 330 | 43 | $7,996 |
| Lamotrigine | Generic | 315 | 54 | $3,481 |
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 302 | 47 | $5,938 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 286 | 42 | $2,729 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Cornelius Gucfa's medical specialty?
Dr. Cornelius Gucfa practices Psychiatry Physician in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Cornelius Gucfa practice?
Dr. Cornelius Gucfa practices at 6600 Westown Pkwy, West des Moines, IA 502667707. Office phone: 5152831221.
What is Dr. Cornelius Gucfa's NPI?
Dr. Cornelius Gucfa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942274626, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Cornelius Gucfa accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Cornelius Gucfa accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Cornelius Gucfa 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); Assessment of emotional or behavioral problems (HCPCS 96127). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.