Joseph Vavricek, MD
NPI 1245551274 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Des Moines, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Joseph Vavricek, MD is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Des Moines, IA (NPI 1245551274).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245551274
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 41006 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
8,806 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 902 | $10 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 878 | $8 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 719 | $9 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 339 | $47 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 302 | $37 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 300 | $79 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$139 across 4 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-06-14
- Last updated
- 2016-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Joseph Vavricek's NPI number?
- Joseph Vavricek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245551274, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Joseph Vavricek's specialty?
- Joseph Vavricek is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Joseph Vavricek located?
- Joseph Vavricek's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA 50314-0000.
- What is Joseph Vavricek's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Joseph Vavricek is (515) 643-2667.
- Does Joseph Vavricek accept Medicare?
- Joseph Vavricek is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Joseph Vavricek's NPI active?
- Yes — Joseph Vavricek's NPI (1245551274) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.