Dr. Ganga Prabhakar, M.D.
Cardiac Surgery
20+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
8 locations
Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.c.
411 Laurel St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50314
Mercy Clinics Inc
411 Laurel St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50314
Catholic Health Initiatives-iowa Corp
411 Laurel St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50314
(515) 235-5000
Mercy Clinics Inc
1111 6th Ave E Tower, Des Moines, Iowa, 50314
(515) 358-0011
Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.c.
411 Laurel St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50314
(515) 283-0463
Associates In Kidney Care Plc
411 Laurel St, Des Moines, Iowa, 50314
(515) 421-4983
About Dr. Ganga Prabhakar
Ganga Prabhakar, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Des Moines, IA.
Specialty Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
45
Years Experience
8
Locations
2
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
Cardiac SurgeryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Other
Class of 1981
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 2 states
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 036148898 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) | — |
| West Virginia | 19367 | Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Ganga Prabhakar
With 20 years of practice, Dr. Ganga Prabhakar is an established cardiac surgery provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Other in 1981. Dr. currently practices across 8 facilities, including Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.c. in Des Moines, Iowa. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023109444, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Ganga Prabhakar as a lower-volume cardiac surgery provider, treating approximately 128 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 340 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Ganga Prabhakar received $59 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$59
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
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Cardiac Surgery Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 50314
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Ganga Prabhakar
What does Dr. Ganga Prabhakar specialize in?
Dr. Ganga Prabhakar specializes in Cardiac Surgery. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Thoracic Surgery (cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery).
Where does Dr. Ganga Prabhakar practice?
Dr. Ganga Prabhakar practices at Medical Center Anesthesiologists, P.c. in Des Moines, Iowa. Dr. is also affiliated with 7 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Ganga Prabhakar accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Ganga Prabhakar accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 128 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Ganga Prabhakar's NPI number?
Dr. Ganga Prabhakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1023109444. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Ganga Prabhakar been practicing?
Dr. Ganga Prabhakar has approximately 20 years of practice experience, having graduated from Other in 1981.