Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Nicholas Southard, D.O.
Vascular Surgery Physician (CMS: Vascular Surgery) · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1124281902
- Accepts Medicare
- 20 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5950 University Ave, Ste 231
West des Moines, IA 50266
(515) 875-9090
fax (515) 875-9312 - Mailing address
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Po Box 424
Des Moines, IA 503020424
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 11, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0129X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #DO-04402
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1124281902. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,066
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$354,894
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 336 | 248 | $84 | |
93922 |
Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries | 281 | 233 | $62 | |
93880 |
Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow | 210 | 199 | $173 | |
93971 |
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 144 | 131 | $110 | |
93925 |
Ultrasound of leg arteries or artery grafts | 108 | 98 | $223 | |
93970 |
Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 107 | 104 | $174 | |
99153 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure, each additional 15 minutes | 102 | 26 | $10 | |
93926 |
Ultrasound of one leg arteries or artery grafts | 98 | 77 | $116 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 78 | 78 | $105 | |
93971 |
Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers | 76 | 76 | $20 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in West des Moines Vascular Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 33× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$11,808
Transactions
21
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 17 | $11,747.98 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $16.99 | |
| LeMaitre Vascular, INC. | 1 | $14.42 | |
| Teleflex LLC | 1 | $14.37 | |
| Inari Medical, INC. | 1 | $13.98 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
606
Patients
105
Total drug cost
$65,352
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 465 | 93 | $5,330 |
| Xarelto (Rivaroxaban) | Brand | 64 | 12 | $44,591 |
| Cilostazol | Generic | 28 | 0 | $453 |
| Enoxaparin Sodium | Generic | 18 | 0 | $4,621 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 16 | 0 | $135 |
| Eliquis (Apixaban) | Brand | 15 | 0 | $10,222 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Nicholas Southard's medical specialty?
Dr. Nicholas Southard practices Vascular Surgery Physician in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Nicholas Southard practice?
Dr. Nicholas Southard practices at 5950 University Ave, West des Moines, IA 50266. Office phone: 5158759090.
What is Dr. Nicholas Southard's NPI?
Dr. Nicholas Southard's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124281902, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Nicholas Southard accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Nicholas Southard accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Nicholas Southard commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Ultrasound study of arm and leg arteries (HCPCS 93922); Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow (HCPCS 93880). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.