Shivakrishna Kovi, MD
NPI 1821483843 · Neurology Physician · Des Moines, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shivakrishna Kovi, MD is a Neurology Physician provider in Des Moines, IA (NPI 1821483843).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1821483843
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD46818 (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
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
453 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 143 | $120 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 114 | $73 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 85 | $159 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 59 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 38 | $61 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 56 | 16 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 27 | — |
| Donepezil Hcl | 22 | — |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 18 | — |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 16 | — |
| Gabapentin | 13 | — |
| Lamotrigine | 13 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$104 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1000 Medical Center BlvdLawrenceville, GA 30046-7694Phone: (678) 312-1000Fax: (678) 312-3282
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-04-06
- Last updated
- 2026-03-25
- Certified
- 2026-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shivakrishna Kovi's NPI number?
- Shivakrishna Kovi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821483843, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shivakrishna Kovi's specialty?
- Shivakrishna Kovi is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shivakrishna Kovi located?
- Shivakrishna Kovi's practice location on file with NPPES is 1221 Pleasant St Ste 300, Des Moines, IA 50309-1426.
- What is Shivakrishna Kovi's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shivakrishna Kovi is (515) 241-4200.
- Does Shivakrishna Kovi accept Medicare?
- Shivakrishna Kovi is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shivakrishna Kovi's NPI active?
- Yes — Shivakrishna Kovi's NPI (1821483843) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.