Tara Patterson, PA-C
NPI 1598203994 · Physician Assistant · Clive, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tara Patterson, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Clive, IA (NPI 1598203994).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1598203994
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 086191 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
137 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 56 | $7 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 50 | $10 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 31 | $8 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $7–$10 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 21 | — |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 13 | — |
| Dexamethasone | 12 | 11 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 12 | — |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 11 | — |
| Lorazepam | 11 | — |
| Potassium Chloride |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (3)
- 1950 Sw Magazine RdAnkeny, IA 50023-2977Phone: (515) 282-2921Fax: (515) 283-1035
- 411 Laurel St Ste A300Des Moines, IA 50314-3030Phone: (515) 282-2921Fax: (515) 283-1035
- 110 E Court Ave Ste 200Des Moines, IA 50309-2044Phone: (515) 282-2921
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-02-06
- Last updated
- 2025-11-18
- Certified
- 2025-11-18
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tara Patterson's NPI number?
- Tara Patterson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1598203994, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tara Patterson's specialty?
- Tara Patterson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Tara Patterson located?
- Tara Patterson's practice location on file with NPPES is 12495 University Ave Ste 200, Clive, IA 50325-8290.
- What is Tara Patterson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tara Patterson is (515) 282-2921.
- Does Tara Patterson accept Medicare?
- Tara Patterson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tara Patterson's NPI active?
- Yes — Tara Patterson's NPI (1598203994) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-11-18.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.