Quick answers
- Where does Michael J. Kruger see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Ames, IA and Des Moines, IA. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is Michael J. Kruger's specialty?
- Medicare lists Optometry as the primary specialty.
- Does Michael J. Kruger accept Medicare assignment?
- Yes. Medicare's clinician data says Michael J. Kruger accepts Medicare assignment (the Medicare-approved amount as full payment for covered services), as of 2026-10-02. Ask the office to confirm before your visit.
- What is the phone number for Michael J. Kruger?
- (515) 232-3451, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is Michael J. Kruger's NPI number?
- 1851383111. 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 Michael J. Kruger is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 201 10th StAmes, IA 50010 (515) 232‑3451
- 2600 Grand Ave, Suite 202Des Moines, IA 50312 (515) 243‑1667
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists Michael J. Kruger as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Central Iowa Eye Associates, P.C.2 clinicians in the group
- John E Kruger, O.D., P.C.2 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Optometryprimary
Other optometrists in Ames
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Ames, IA — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | OD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | Ohio State University - College Of Optometry |
| Graduation year | 2004 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | Accepts (Medicare-approved amount as full payment) |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1851383111 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians