Rami M. Almokayyad, MD
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Patients across IA can see Rami M. Almokayyad, MD in person in Ames or via virtual visit — no travel required. He has been in practice for 23+ years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with high cholesterol, hypertension, and diabetes (per CMS claims data).
Older · 3535dNPPES updated 2016-08-31 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1015 Duff Ave Mcfarland Clinic, Pc, Ames, IA 50010-3014
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better51.8%
Iowa avg: 84.9 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-31 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
285
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
487
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
3,515
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.75M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Diabetes.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — 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 (-2%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-14%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$80 received from industry
3 transactions reported in 2018 ·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 2018, attributed to Rami M. Almokayyad's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
23 years in practice
Experienced
Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic disorders including diabetes (type 1 and 2), thyroid disease, osteoporosis, adrenal disorders, pituitary conditions, and polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS).
Taxonomy: 207RE0101X
Mailing address
8170 33rd Ave S Po Box 1309 Mail Stop 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
Differs from practice location
Virtual Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism Care With Rami M. Almokayyad
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Rami M. Almokayyad for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, diabetes check-ins — 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 Rami M. Almokayyad
NPI records show Dr. Almokayyad as active with telehealth listed in Ames, IA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (515) 239-4440.
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 Rami M. Almokayyad
Practice Location
1015 Duff Ave Mcfarland Clinic, Pc, Ames, IA 50010-3014
Mailing Address
8170 33rd Ave S Po Box 1309 Mail Stop 21110q, Minneapolis, MN 55425-4516
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