Zachary Ries, M.D.
NPI 1841558285 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · West Des Moines, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Thoracic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Zachary Ries, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in West Des Moines, IA (NPI 1841558285).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841558285
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-45095 (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
14 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
1,470 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Lower and Sacral Spine, 2-3 Views72100 | 352 | $36 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 202 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 125 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 75 | $51 |
| Partial Removal of Spine Bone With Release of Spinal Cord And/Or Nerves, Each Additional Segment63048 | 74 | $181 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 9 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mupirocin | 114 | 113 |
| Gabapentin | 74 | 21 |
| Methocarbamol | 60 | 46 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 58 | 54 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 30 | 25 |
| Prednisone | 27 | 26 |
| Pregabalin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,010 across 26 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
- 2012-04-23
- Last updated
- 2022-12-29
- Certified
- 2022-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Zachary Ries's NPI number?
- Zachary Ries's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841558285, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Zachary Ries's specialty?
- Zachary Ries is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Zachary Ries located?
- Zachary Ries's practice location on file with NPPES is 6001 Westown Pkwy, West Des Moines, IA 50266-7702.
- What is Zachary Ries's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Zachary Ries is (515) 224-1414.
- Does Zachary Ries accept Medicare?
- Zachary Ries is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Zachary Ries's NPI active?
- Yes — Zachary Ries's NPI (1841558285) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.