April L. Vargus , PA-C
Physician Assistant • Des Moines, IA
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
April Vargus, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant practicing in Des Moines, IA. With approximately 22 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 2004, April Vargus delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 3200 GRAND AVE.
April Vargus is affiliated with Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample, established patient outpatient office visit, annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
3200 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 503124104
Medicare Profile & Education
Other
2004
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Physician Assistant in Des Moines, IA
Practicing in Des Moines, IA (1543 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
36415
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample
|
39 | 26 | $16.00 | $8.43 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
37 | 19 | $234.35 | $98.05 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
23 | 17 | $191.00 | $68.18 |
|
G0439
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit
|
19 | 19 | $302.00 | $101.54 |
|
80053
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals
|
17 | 16 | $63.00 | $10.35 |
|
80061
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides)
|
14 | 14 | $50.00 | $13.12 |
|
82044
Urine microalbumin (protein) analysis
|
13 | 13 | $14.00 | $6.11 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2020-02-12NUCC Taxonomy Code: 363A00000X
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center
3200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 503124104
Phone: 5152711707
Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center
1555 Hull Ave, Des Moines, IA 503161341
Phone: 5152625639
Des Moines University Osteopathic Medical Center
3200 Grand Ave, Des Moines, IA 503124104
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
Healthcare professionals and specialists practicing at this location or sharing practice phone/fax
Podiatrist - Foot & Ankle Surgery
Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
Family Medicine
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Physical Therapist
Doctor of Physical Therapy
Family Medicine
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
Career & Practice History Timeline
Chronological log of verified NPI updates, location relocations, credentials, and registry changes
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 3200 GRAND AVE, DES MOINES, IA 503124104 (Tel: 5152711700)
Registered at 3200 GRAND AVE, DES MOINES, IA 503124104
Recorded as APRIL VARGUS, P.A.-C
Physician Assistant (License #TL1486 in SC)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
3200 Grand Ave
Des Moines, IA 503124104
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