Jack Levern Dodd, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Jack Levern Dodd, MD has been part of the Ames medical community since 2005 in independent practice. He graduated from University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine in 1964 and has 62+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include mood disorders, anxiety, and hypertension (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 71% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2464dNPPES updated 2019-08-07 · verify on CMS
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better92.4%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.6 pts)
Better than 71% of reporting doctors in IowaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
51
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
110
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
2,225
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $393k
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 Mood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, and Hypertension.
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 (+33%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-27%) — less common here
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$490 received from industry
14 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 2024, attributed to Jack Levern Dodd's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1964
University of Iowa Roy J. and Lucille a. Carver College of Medicine
62 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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
Education & Training
University of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College of Medicine (Class of 1964)
Mailing address
2004 Pinehurst Dr, Ames, IA 50010-4561
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Jack Levern Dodd
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Jack Levern Dodd for mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling, blood pressure monitoring — no travel to Ames 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 Jack Levern Dodd
NPI records show Dr. Dodd as active with telehealth listed in Ames, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (515) 232-5811.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Jack Levern Dodd
Practice Location
1619 S High Ave, Ames, IA 50010-8055
Mailing Address
2004 Pinehurst Dr, Ames, IA 50010-4561
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