Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Valerie Kounkel, D.O.
Ophthalmology Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · West des Moines, IA
- NPI 1437118064
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 81.5 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2101 Westown Pkwy, Suite 2
West des Moines, IA 502651542
(515) 225-2566
fax (515) 225-2425
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 16, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #3384
- Medicaid
- IA #2238311
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1437118064. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,789
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$202,369
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 533 | 532 | $119 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 377 | 262 | $85 | |
92083 |
Exam of visual field with extended testing | 186 | 182 | $58 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 186 | 186 | $32 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 167 | 165 | $121 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 104 | 69 | $38 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 54 | 43 | $508 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 47 | 39 | $508 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 46 | 44 | $37 | |
92004 |
New patient complete exam of visual system | 33 | 33 | $142 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 1,956. This provider delivers 0.9× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$728
Transactions
28
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 10 | $277.40 | |
| Amgen Inc. | 4 | $190.42 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, Inc. | 9 | $175.55 | |
| Bausch & Lomb Americas Inc. | 2 | $38.53 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $28.45 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, Inc. | 1 | $17.94 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
982
Patients
327
Total drug cost
$264,827
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 188 | 39 | $66,411 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 148 | 33 | $2,805 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 87 | 69 | $3,361 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 86 | 34 | $83,987 |
| Gatifloxacin | Generic | 79 | 65 | $2,889 |
| Vyzulta (Latanoprostene Bunod) | Brand | 79 | 19 | $28,594 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 66 | 16 | $2,151 |
| Combigan (Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol) | Brand | 42 | 0 | $11,372 |
| Prolensa (Bromfenac Sodium) | Brand | 39 | 30 | $13,877 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 33 | 0 | $8,737 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Valerie Kounkel's medical specialty?
Dr. Valerie Kounkel practices Ophthalmology Physician in West des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Valerie Kounkel practice?
Dr. Valerie Kounkel practices at 2101 Westown Pkwy, West des Moines, IA 502651542. Office phone: 5152252566.
What is Dr. Valerie Kounkel's NPI?
Dr. Valerie Kounkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437118064, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Valerie Kounkel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Valerie Kounkel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Valerie Kounkel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Exam of visual field with extended testing (HCPCS 92083). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.