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Hand Surgery

Christopher G. Katcherian, MD

Sees patients in West Des Moines, IA · Iowa

Summary

Christopher G. Katcherian, MD (Hand Surgery) is enrolled with Medicare at 1 practice location in West Des Moines, IA. NPI 1316106685. Source: CMS National Downloadable File, updated 2026-10-02.

From official Medicare data

This page shows what Medicare's official clinician data says about Christopher G. Katcherian, joined by NPI number (data updated 2026-10-02). It is not a recommendation or a rating. Call the office or hospital to confirm before you go.

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At a glance

Hand SurgeryPrimary specialty
May acceptAccepts Medicare assignment
23Years since medical school (graduated 2003)
New York Medical CollegeMedical school
MaleGender (as listed)

Quick answers

Where does Christopher G. Katcherian see patients?
Medicare's clinician data lists 1 practice location in West Des Moines, IA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
What is Christopher G. Katcherian's specialty?
Medicare lists Hand Surgery as the primary specialty, and also Orthopedic Surgery.
Does Christopher G. Katcherian accept Medicare assignment?
Medicare's clinician data says Christopher G. Katcherian may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
What is Christopher G. Katcherian's NPI number?
1316106685. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.

Practice locations

Addresses where Christopher G. Katcherian is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).

  • 5950 University Ave, Suite 380West Des Moines, IA 50266

Specialties

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Other hand surgeons in Iowa

Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Iowa — not a recommendation.

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Clinician information

CredentialMD
Medical schoolNew York Medical College
Graduation year2003
Gender (as listed)Male
Medicare assignmentMay accept for some services
NPI (National Provider Identifier)1316106685
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Sources

  1. National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
  2. NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
  3. Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians