Arnold Parenteau, M.D.
NPI 1518948793 · Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician · Ames, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Arnold Parenteau, M.D. is a Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician provider in Ames, IA (NPI 1518948793).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518948793
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 31572 (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
1,491 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 Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 570 | $61 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Or Steroid Into Joint Between Lower Spine and Hip Bone Using Imaging Guidance27096 | 211 | $94 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 177 | $91 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 135 | $32 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 114 | $75 |
| Injection of Trigger Points, 1-2 Muscles |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 253 | 71 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 158 | 36 |
| Baclofen | 156 | 41 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 129 | 16 |
| Levetiracetam | 124 | 42 |
| Fentanyl | 101 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$26 across 1 record (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
- 2005-11-07
- Last updated
- 2020-11-16
- Certified
- 2020-11-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Arnold Parenteau's NPI number?
- Arnold Parenteau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518948793, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Arnold Parenteau's specialty?
- Arnold Parenteau is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pain Medicine (Anesthesiology) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Arnold Parenteau located?
- Arnold Parenteau's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010-5793.
- What is Arnold Parenteau's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Arnold Parenteau is (515) 239-5080.
- Does Arnold Parenteau accept Medicare?
- Arnold Parenteau is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Arnold Parenteau's NPI active?
- Yes — Arnold Parenteau's NPI (1518948793) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-11-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.