Allen Eckhoff, MD
NPI 1568585081 · Anesthesiology Physician · Des Moines, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Interventional Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Allen Eckhoff, MD is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Des Moines, IA (NPI 1568585081).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1568585081
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD42437 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Hospitals
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
1,494 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64493 | 101 | $120 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Single Facet Joint64635 | 101 | $185 |
| Injection of Substance Into Lower Spine Canal Using Imaging Guidance62323 | 94 | $91 |
| Destruction of Lower Or Sacral Spinal Facet Joint Nerves Using Imaging Guidance, Each Additional Facet Joint64636 | 94 | $54 |
| Injection of Lower Or Sacral Spine Facet Joint Using Imaging Guidance, Second Level64494 | 90 | $67 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 389 | 142 |
| Pregabalin | 248 | 62 |
| Baclofen | 240 | 69 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 142 | 41 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 91 | 25 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 37 | 13 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 36 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$315 across 8 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
- 2007-04-09
- Last updated
- 2017-04-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Allen Eckhoff's NPI number?
- Allen Eckhoff's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1568585081, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Allen Eckhoff's specialty?
- Allen Eckhoff is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Allen Eckhoff located?
- Allen Eckhoff's practice location on file with NPPES is 411 Laurel St, Des Moines, IA 50314-3005.
- What is Allen Eckhoff's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Allen Eckhoff is (515) 245-6425.
- Does Allen Eckhoff accept Medicare?
- Allen Eckhoff is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Allen Eckhoff's NPI active?
- Yes — Allen Eckhoff's NPI (1568585081) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-04-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.