Valerie Kounkel, D.O.
NPI 1437118064 · Ophthalmology Physician · West Des Moines, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Valerie Kounkel, D.O. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in West Des Moines, IA (NPI 1437118064).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437118064
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 3384 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 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
1,826 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 548 | $117 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 353 | $84 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 196 | $58 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 195 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 160 | $119 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 95 | $36 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 192 | 37 |
| Latanoprost | 160 | 35 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 108 | 24 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 104 | 76 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 84 | 36 |
| Gatifloxacin | 80 | 65 |
| Timolol Maleate | 73 | 18 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$728 across 28 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
- 2006-03-22
- Last updated
- 2020-09-16
- Certified
- 2020-09-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Valerie Kounkel's NPI number?
- Valerie Kounkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437118064, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Valerie Kounkel's specialty?
- Valerie Kounkel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Valerie Kounkel located?
- Valerie Kounkel's practice location on file with NPPES is 2101 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50265-1542.
- What is Valerie Kounkel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Valerie Kounkel is (515) 225-2566.
- Does Valerie Kounkel accept Medicare?
- Valerie Kounkel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Valerie Kounkel's NPI active?
- Yes — Valerie Kounkel's NPI (1437118064) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-09-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.