STEPHEN L. CARVETH MD – NPI #1225558638
Orthopaedic Surgery
An orthopedic surgeon who has additional training and experience in diagnosing, treating and managing musculoskeletal problems in infants, children and adolescents. These may include limb and spine deformities (such as club foot, scoliosis); gait abnormalities (limping); bone and joint infections; broken bones.
STEPHEN CARVETH is an orthopaedic surgeon located in DES MOINES, IA. NPPES has assigned the NPI number 1225558638 to STEPHEN CARVETH on June 27, 2017. It is a Type-1 NPI, indicating this NPI number is associated with an individual. According to the NPI Registry, there are 2 additional location(s) assigned to this provider which are listed below. With multiple taxonomy codes selected, the primary taxonomy selected by this provider is 207XP3100X from the Health Care Provider Taxonomy code set, which is classified as Orthopaedic Surgery, specializing in Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery
The NPI profile was last updated on Nov 11, 2025. Use the NPI data found here to bill health insurance companies, identify providers enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid services or other HIPAA compliant transactions. See the complete NPI profile for STEPHEN CARVETH below.
NPI Profile for
STEPHEN L. CARVETH
(about 9 years ago)
DES MOINES, IA 50314-3045 Phone: (515) 247-8400 Fax: (515) 248-8888
2 Other location(s):
Ankeny, IA 50021-2128
Phone: (515) 247-8400
Fax: (515) 248-8888
Johnston, IA 50131-3164
Phone: (515) 247-8400
Fax: (515) 248-8888
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A taxonomy code is a code that describes the health care service provider's type, classification, and the area of specialization. The primary specialty for this provider is indicated as (Primary) below.
| Taxonomy Classification / Specialization | State | License |
|---|---|---|
| 207XP3100X - Orthopaedic Surgery / Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgery (Primary) |
IA | MD-51217 |
| 207X00000X - Orthopaedic Surgery |
MI | 4301112502 |
The taxonomy codes are selected by the provider at the time of NPI registration. Selection of a taxonomy code does not replace any credentialing or validation process that the provider requesting the code should complete.
Additional Information
- Refer to Part B
- Order Durable Medical Equipment
- Refer to Home Health Agency
- Order Power Mobility Devices
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