Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Kary Schulte, MD
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1477516094
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6001 Westown Pkwy
West des Moines, IA 502667719
(515) 224-1414
fax (515) 224-5140 - Mailing address
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6001 Westown Parkway
West des Moines, IA 502667702
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 29, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #30583
- Medicaid
- IA #1477516094
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477516094. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,444
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$182,840
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,360 | 92 | $1 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 285 | 217 | $31 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 134 | 92 | $66 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 119 | 107 | $83 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 110 | 107 | $116 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 89 | 87 | $52 | |
23472 |
Prosthetic repair of shoulder joint, total shoulder | 79 | 78 | $1,298 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 57 | 43 | $37 | |
73560 |
X-ray of knee, 1-2 views | 51 | 41 | $31 | |
73020 |
X-ray of shoulder, 1 view | 44 | 42 | $20 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in West des Moines Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 220. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
630
Patients
465
Total drug cost
$6,180
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 174 | 131 | $2,651 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 143 | 76 | $323 |
| Mupirocin | Generic | 140 | 139 | $1,110 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 47 | 28 | $665 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 43 | 29 | $221 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | Generic | 33 | 20 | $52 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 19 | 15 | $95 |
| Enoxaparin Sodium | Generic | 16 | 15 | $710 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 15 | 12 | $354 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Kary Schulte's medical specialty?
Dr. Kary Schulte practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Kary Schulte practice?
Dr. Kary Schulte practices at 6001 Westown Pkwy, West des Moines, IA 502667719. Office phone: 5152241414.
What is Dr. Kary Schulte's NPI?
Dr. Kary Schulte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477516094, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Kary Schulte accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Kary Schulte accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Kary Schulte commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views (HCPCS 73030); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.