Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ryan Mertens, DO
Pulmonary Disease Physician (CMS: Pulmonary Disease) · Internal Medicine Physician · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1487965372
- Accepts Medicare
- 16 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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5950 University Ave Ste 131
West des Moines, IA 502668232
(515) 875-9550
fax (515) 875-9551 - Mailing address
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Po Box 424
Des Moines, IA 503020424
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2010 — 16 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 26, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2010 — 16 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RP1001X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Iowa #DO-04222 · Iowa #R-9008
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1487965372. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,565
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$155,094
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 259 | 193 | $118 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 224 | 134 | $111 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 183 | 125 | $196 | |
94010 |
Test to measure expiratory airflow and volume | 153 | 138 | $23 | |
94729 |
Test to examine how well the lungs exchange gases | 114 | 111 | $50 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 90 | 65 | $74 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 83 | 83 | $153 | |
94727 |
Test to determine lung volumes using gas dilution or washout | 80 | 79 | $40 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 78 | 77 | $83 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 72 | 70 | $162 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 86. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$5,475
Transactions
14
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 14 | $5,475.05 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
874
Patients
219
Total drug cost
$280,675
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Incruse Ellipta (Umeclidinium Bromide) | Brand | 96 | 17 | $36,670 |
| Spiriva Handihaler (Tiotropium Bromide) | Brand | 92 | 22 | $56,260 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 82 | 59 | $328 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 80 | 23 | $643 |
| Breo Ellipta (Fluticasone/Vilanterol) | Brand | 79 | 19 | $36,240 |
| Trelegy Ellipta (Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanter) | Brand | 67 | 18 | $58,323 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 65 | 27 | $2,653 |
| Symbicort (Budesonide/Formoterol Fumarate) | Brand | 58 | 21 | $28,708 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 49 | 0 | $690 |
| Anoro Ellipta (Umeclidinium Brm/Vilanterol Tr) | Brand | 48 | 0 | $26,721 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ryan Mertens's medical specialty?
Dr. Ryan Mertens practices Pulmonary Disease Physician in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Ryan Mertens practice?
Dr. Ryan Mertens practices at 5950 University Ave Ste 131, West des Moines, IA 502668232. Office phone: 5158759550.
What is Dr. Ryan Mertens's NPI?
Dr. Ryan Mertens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1487965372, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ryan Mertens accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ryan Mertens accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ryan Mertens commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Critical care (HCPCS 99291). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.