Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby, DO
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1518936897
- Accepts Medicare
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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5950 University Ave Ste 105
West des Moines, IA 502667756
(515) 875-9070
fax (515) 875-9071 - Additional location
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1360 Nw 18Th St Ste 102
Ankeny, IA 500239074
(515) 875-9730
fax (515) 875-9731 - Additional location
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1410 Sw Tradition Dr, Ste 120
Ankeny, IA 50023
(515) 875-9040
fax (515) 875-9041 - Mailing address
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Po Box 424
Des Moines, IA 503020424
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 22, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #DO-03588
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1518936897. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,835
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$56,421
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 248 | 119 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 175 | 90 | $120 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 152 | 87 | $16 | |
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 148 | 20 | $1 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 130 | 85 | $8 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 129 | 94 | $85 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 126 | 96 | $10 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 119 | 100 | $13 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 76 | 76 | $121 | |
82550 |
Creatine kinase (cardiac enzyme) level, total | 75 | 67 | $6 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 15 peers in this city , average services per provider: 75. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,624
Patients
386
Total drug cost
$24,306
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 283 | 59 | $3,932 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 130 | 19 | $3,497 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 124 | 28 | $1,522 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 117 | 31 | $1,115 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 112 | 23 | $2,197 |
| Montelukast Sodium | Generic | 106 | 33 | $1,594 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 103 | 26 | $737 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 98 | 26 | $1,496 |
| Lorazepam | Generic | 95 | 18 | $809 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 95 | 29 | $1,760 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby's medical specialty?
Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby practices Family Medicine Physician in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby practice?
Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby practices at 5950 University Ave Ste 105, West des Moines, IA 502667756. Office phone: 5158759070.
What is Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby's NPI?
Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518936897, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tamra Richardson-Colby commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) (HCPCS 84443). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.