Richard Carano

Endocrinology in Ames, Iowa

Practice Details

Address
434 Fawncove Ln
Ames, IA 50010
Geocoded location: 42.0652, -93.6145
Taxonomy
Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism
Credential
MD
NPPES Enumeration
Listed with NPPES since 2005
Sole Proprietor
No
Provider Gender (NPPES)
Male
NPPES Record Updated
June 2025

About This Clinician

This clinician is enumerated under Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism. Endocrinologists treat hormonal and metabolic conditions including type 2 diabetes, and frequently prescribe GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide or tirzepatide as part of diabetes or metabolic-syndrome management — though not every endocrinology practice treats obesity as a primary focus, and some see only referred, complex cases.

Locally, this is 1 of 3 Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism practices in Ames carrying this exact taxonomy in our directory.

What to expect at an Endocrinology visit

Endocrinology visits focus on hormonal and metabolic conditions. For a GLP-1-related consult, patients commonly encounter:

  • •A review of diabetes, thyroid, or metabolic history and current medications.
  • •Lab work such as A1c and a metabolic panel to guide diagnosis and dosing.
  • •A discussion of whether a GLP-1 medication fits the treatment goal (diabetes control, weight, or both).
  • •Follow-up scheduling to titrate dose and monitor response over time.

This is general guidance for endocrinology practices, not a description of Richard Carano's specific protocol, services, or pricing. Confirm what a visit involves directly with the practice — 515-450-7249.

GLP-1 access in Ames, Iowa

Adult obesity rate
35.3%
#12 of 50 states (CDC BRFSS)
Avg. compounded semaglutide
$185/mo
Typical Iowa telehealth cash price
Medicaid GLP-1 coverage
Diabetes only
Iowa Medicaid, obesity indication

About 35.3% of Iowa adults have obesity (BMI 30+), ranking the state #12 of 50 (CDC BRFSS). Our directory currently lists 3 GLP-1-relevant clinics in Ames. If a cash-pay route makes more sense, compounded semaglutide through Iowa telehealth averages about $185/mo — well below brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound.

Explore more Iowa options on the best Iowa GLP-1 providers page, browse every Ames listing in the Ames clinic directory, or read the Iowa Medicaid GLP-1 coverage & prior-authorization guide.

Related Practices in Ames

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Telehealth Alternative

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Frequently Asked Questions

The CMS National Provider registry lists Richard Carano's specialty taxonomy but not the specific medications it prescribes or its current service menu. Richard Carano is listed under Endocrinology, a field where GLP-1 medications such as semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) or tirzepatide (Zepbound, Mounjaro) are commonly prescribed — but whether this practice currently offers them isn't recorded in the registry. Call the practice at 515-450-7249 to confirm before booking.
According to its CMS National Provider registry (NPPES) record, Richard Carano's primary specialty on file is Endocrinology.
Richard Carano is located at 434 Fawncove Ln, Ames, IA 50010. The phone number listed in the registry is 515-450-7249. Its full record is public in the CMS National Provider registry under NPI 1518954502.
New-patient status isn't recorded in the CMS National Provider registry, so we can't confirm whether Richard Carano is currently accepting new patients. Call the practice at 515-450-7249 to confirm availability, cash-pay pricing, and whether the services you need are offered — this listing reflects the NPPES taxonomy on file and is not an endorsement.