Independent US Healthcare Provider Directory & Public Medical Database
Active NPI 1780895458 Individual Practitioner Male Practitioner

Dr. John P Palecek , MD

Anesthesiology • Des Moines, IA

✓ Accepts Medicare Assignment

Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary

Dr. John Palecek, MD is a certified Anesthesiology practicing in Des Moines, IA. With approximately 22 years of clinical experience since graduating from Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota in 2004, Dr. Palecek delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 1200 PLEASANT ST.

Dr. Palecek is affiliated with Associated Anesthesiologists Pc and accepts Medicare assignment.

Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement, anesthesia for total hip replacement, injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve). Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.

Practice Location & Contact Primary Location

Practice Address

1200 Pleasant St

Des Moines, IA 503091406

Telephone 5152416372
Fax 5154011955
Associated Practice Facility / Clinic

Medicare Profile & Education

Medical School

Sanford School Of Medicine Of University Of South Dakota

Graduation Year

2004

Medicare Assignment

✓ Accepts Assignment

Telehealth Flag

In-Person Only

Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights

Comparative analytics for Anesthesiology in Des Moines, IA

Senior Veteran Specialist (>20 Yrs)
Practitioner Clinical Experience
22 Yrs +3.6 yrs vs City Avg
City Avg: 18.4 Yrs
State Avg: 24.9 Yrs
Regional Practice Density
116 Specialists

Practicing in Des Moines, IA (587 Statewide)

Telehealth Adoption Rate
0.0% Regional Adoption

In-Person Office Visits Only

Medicare Pricing Discount
82.9% Avg Savings

Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges

Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison

Dr. Palecek (22 Years) 22 Yrs
Des Moines Specialty Average (18.4 Years) 18.4 Yrs

Performed Procedures & Service Volume

Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner

CMS Official Data (2024)
Reporting Year:
HCPCS Code & Description Services Patients Submitted Charge Medicare Allowed
01402 Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement
19 19 $1382.32 $264.91
01214 Anesthesia for total hip replacement
17 17 $1498.82 $287.78
64447 Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve)
16 16 $686.00 $56.18

Medical Specialties & State Licenses

CMS Verified: 2024-06-26
Anesthesiology Primary Specialty

NUCC Taxonomy Code: 207L00000X

State License IA MD-37758

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations

Associated Anesthesiologists Pc

1200 Pleasant St, Des Moines, IA 503091406

Phone: 5154011950

Practice Associates & Co-Workers

Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax

40 Associated Practitioners
NPI 1003892936

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

NPI 1053397083

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

NPI 1063498566

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

NPI 1083233878

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

NPI 1104803873

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

NPI 1114584497

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.)

Career & Practice History Timeline

Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes

12 Historical Events
📍
Updated Practice Location June 26, 2024

Registered at 1200 PLEASANT ST, DES MOINES, IA 503091406 (Tel: 5152416372)

📍
Updated Practice Location June 03, 2021

Registered at 4201 WESTOWN PKWY STE 236, WEST DES MOINES, IA 502666720 (Tel: 5154011950)

📍
Updated Business Mailing Address June 03, 2021

Registered at 4201 WESTOWN PKWY STE 236, WEST DES MOINES, IA 502666720 (Tel: 5154011950)

📍
Updated Practice Location March 31, 2020

Registered at 4200 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 300, WEST DES MOINES, IA 502665945 (Tel: 5154011950)

📍
Updated Business Mailing Address March 31, 2020

Registered at 4200 UNIVERSITY AVE, SUITE 300, WEST DES MOINES, IA 502665945 (Tel: 5154011950)

🎓
Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) March 31, 2020

Anesthesiology (License #MD-37758 in IA)

NPI Profile Active July 08, 2007

NPI status registered as active in NPPES database

📍
Updated Practice Location July 08, 2007

Registered at 200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA 522421009 (Tel: 3193561616)

📍
Updated Business Mailing Address July 08, 2007

Registered at 200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA 522421009 (Tel: 3193561616)

👤
Provider Name / Credentials Updated July 08, 2007

Recorded as JOHN PALECEK, M.D.

🎓
Medical Taxonomy / Specialty Registered (Primary Specialty) July 08, 2007

Anesthesiology (License #R7464 in IA)

🟢
Initial NPI Registration & Enumeration May 24, 2007

First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.

Patient & Community Reviews

Verified patient ratings, medical care experiences, and facility photos

0 Reviews
No patient reviews submitted yet for Dr. John Palecek. Be the first to share your experience!

Sign in to leave a review for Dr. John Palecek

Only verified registered users can submit ratings, post feedback, and upload facility photos.

NPI Administrative Meta

NPI Number: 1780895458
Entity Type:
Individual Provider Physician, Nurse Practitioner, or Solo Healthcare Professional (Type 1 NPI)
Enumeration Date: May 24, 2007
Last Update: June 26, 2024
Sole Proprietor: No

Mailing Address

4201 Westown Pkwy Ste 236

West Des Moines, IA 502666720

Phone: 5154011950

Public Domain Record This profile contains public domain information published by CMS and NPPES under the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA).
⚠️ Medical Disclaimer

This directory listing is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice, diagnosis, or physician endorsement. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, please call 911 immediately.