Kyle Gerard Ulveling, M.D.
Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine
Kyle Gerard Ulveling, M.D. practices as part of a group cardiologist practice in Ames, IA. He graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine in 2006 and has 20+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and ischemic_heart (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 26% of reporting doctors in Iowa
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 267dNPPES updated 2025-08-12 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1816 Philadelphia St, Ames, IA 50010-8771
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.2%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
1,424
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
975
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
7,206
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $933k
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, High Cholesterol, and Ischemic Heart Disease.
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
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — a focus area for this doctor
An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke
US avg: 22%↑ More patients than average (+17%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs
US avg: 22.5%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$153 received from industry
9 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 Kyle Gerard Ulveling's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2006
Creighton University School of Medicine
Board certified · Aug 11, 2025
CMS-verified certification date
20 years in practice
Experienced
Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.
Taxonomy: 207RC0000X
Education & Training
Creighton University School of Medicine (Class of 2006)
Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Kyle Gerard Ulveling
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Kyle Gerard Ulveling for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, follow-up consultations — 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 Kyle Gerard Ulveling
NPI records show Dr. Ulveling as active with telehealth listed in Ames, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (515) 232-2500.
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 Kyle Gerard Ulveling
Practice Location
1816 Philadelphia St, Ames, IA 50010-8771
Mailing Address
1816 Philadelphia St, Ames, IA 50010-8771
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