Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kara Buckingham, PA-C
Physician Assistant · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1265710503
- Accepts Medicare
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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6001 Westown Pkwy
West des Moines, IA 502667719
(515) 224-1414
fax (515) 224-5140 - Additional location
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350 Ne 36Th St
Ankeny, IA 500216728 - Additional location
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4850 100Th St
Urbandale, IA 503227212
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 21, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #002225
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1265710503. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,395
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$49,624
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 570 | 125 | $1 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 173 | 151 | $70 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 129 | 117 | $51 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 79 | 79 | $87 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 72 | 64 | $32 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 58 | 57 | $101 | |
73502 |
X-ray of hip, 2-3 views | 50 | 48 | $37 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 44 | 42 | $27 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 39 | 39 | $128 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 36 | 30 | $29 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 32 peers in West des Moines Physician Assistant, average services per provider: 97. This provider delivers 14× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
246
Patients
219
Total drug cost
$1,678
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 96 | 94 | $948 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | Generic | 29 | 25 | $170 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 27 | 27 | $115 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 24 | 23 | $51 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 23 | 19 | $94 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 19 | 17 | $127 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 14 | 14 | $66 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | Generic | 14 | 0 | $106 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kara Buckingham's medical specialty?
Dr. Kara Buckingham practices Physician Assistant in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Kara Buckingham practice?
Dr. Kara Buckingham practices at 6001 Westown Pkwy, West des Moines, IA 502667719. Office phone: 5152241414.
What is Dr. Kara Buckingham's NPI?
Dr. Kara Buckingham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1265710503, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kara Buckingham accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kara Buckingham accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kara Buckingham commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.