Ara J Robinson, D.O.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Ara J Robinson is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Urbandale, IA with over 23 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 23 years in psychiatry & neurology, Ara J Robinson, D.O. is a long-established psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist in Urbandale. With 23+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Urbandale area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, mood disorders, and anxiety (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 78% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 4266dNPPES updated 2014-09-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Iowa Board of Medicine
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better93.4%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+10.6 pts)
Better than 78% of reporting doctors in IowaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
61
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
77
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
898
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $136k
Percentile rankings compared against 75 reporting peers in Iowa.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, Mood Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+38%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$1.0k received from industry
107 transactions reported in 2018 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2018, attributed to Ara J Robinson's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
23 years in practice
Experienced
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Mailing address
8860 Lake Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266-1650
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Ara J Robinson
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ara J Robinson for blood pressure monitoring, mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling — no travel to Urbandale required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ara J Robinson
Dr. Robinson is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Urbandale, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (515) 270-2242.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ara J Robinson
Practice Location
6921 Hickman Rd Ste 2327, Urbandale, IA 50322-4805
Mailing Address
8860 Lake Dr, West Des Moines, IA 50266-1650
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