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SARAT KUPPACHI MD
NPI 1093983629
Internal Medicine - Nephrology in Iowa City, IA

Active since February 18, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 356-3446(319) 356-2999 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 19, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 01, 2026.

About Sarat Kuppachi Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

SARAT KUPPACHI MD (NPI 1093983629) is an individual nephrology provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (39831) and active in the NPI registry since February 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (1998).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1093983629
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RN0300X
Provider Legal NameSARAT KUPPACHICredential: MD
Location Address200 HAWKINS DRIowa City, IA 52242-1009
Mailing Address200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · (319) 356-3446 · Fax (319) 356-2999
Phone(319) 356-3446
Fax(319) 356-2999
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1998
Enumeration DateFebruary 18, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 19, 2011
✔ NPI 1093983629 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RN0300X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IA · 39831✔ Licensed in SC · 31085
Definition
An internist who treats disorders of the kidney, high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance and dialysis of body wastes when the kidneys do not function. This specialist consults with surgeons about kidney transplantation.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 39831 (IA)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 002676 (GA)
200 HAWKINS DR, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company, Sanford Health Plan, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Sarat Kuppachi Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID749356798
PECOS Enrollment IDI20111026000781
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Sarat Kuppachi reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

State University Of Iowa
Same address
Dentist
200 HAWKINS DRIVE, 51300 POMERANTZ FAMILY PAVILION
Iowa City, IA 52242
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 2,190 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1114905387 (319) 356-2743

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 7

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
230 services65 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
126 services46 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
110 services92 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
33 services29 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
26 services21 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
18 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Cedar Rapids, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160045
Location1026 A Ave NECedar Rapids, IA 52402 · Linn County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Iowa City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number160058
Location200 Hawkins DriveIowa City, IA 52242 · Johnson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Waterloo, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number160067
Location3421 West Ninth StreetWaterloo, IA 50702 · Black Hawk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Des Moines, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160083
Location1111 6th AveDes Moines, IA 50314 · Polk County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Henry County Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Mount Pleasant, IA
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161356
Location407 S White StMount Pleasant, IA 52641 · Henry County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 52242 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.05 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $23.51 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tacrolimus, extended release, (envarsus xr), oral, 0.25 mg J7503
Treatment-Chemotherapy · category RH002N
1 supplier79 claims47,520 services$1.21 avg. paid by Medicare
Tacrolimus, immediate release, oral, 1 mg J7507
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
24 suppliers284 claims26,609 services$0.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Prednisone, immediate release or delayed release, oral, 1 mg J7512
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
10 suppliers146 claims22,875 services$0.01 avg. paid by Medicare
Cyclosporine, oral, 25 mg J7515
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
6 suppliers32 claims4,650 services$0.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolate mofetil, oral, 250 mg J7517
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
23 suppliers332 claims50,222 services$0.18 avg. paid by Medicare
Mycophenolic acid, oral, 180 mg J7518
Treatment-Treatment - Miscellaneous · category RX029N
8 suppliers63 claims9,994 services$0.59 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

SANGIL LEE M.D.
Emergency Medicine
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2233
RAMI G. EL ABIAD M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-4901
GRERK SUTAMTEWAGUL MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-1616
DR. KALEB TANNER VEIT D.O.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2320
OMAR JABER M.D
Chronic Disease Hospital
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 471-8958
JENNIFER MANCUSO MS, CGC
Genetic Counselor, MS
200 HAWKINS DR, 31663 PFP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 384-7983
ASHLEY KAISER M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF OBGYN
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2294
MRS. NANCY JANE MILLICE
Health Educator
200 HAWKINS DR, 0733 JPP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-3825

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Sarat Kuppachi's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarat Kuppachi is 1093983629. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 18, 2008.

Where is Sarat Kuppachi located?

Sarat Kuppachi practices at 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 356-3446.

What is Sarat Kuppachi's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Nephrology, with taxonomy code 207RN0300X.

Is Sarat Kuppachi enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sarat Kuppachi is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

Which organization bills Medicare for Sarat Kuppachi's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sarat Kuppachi reassigns Medicare benefits to State University Of Iowa (Iowa City, IA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Sarat Kuppachi's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sarat Kuppachi accept?

Health plans from Oscar Insurance Company, Sanford Health Plan and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list Sarat Kuppachi as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Sarat Kuppachi affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Sarat Kuppachi is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, Mercyone Waterloo Medical Center, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center and Henry County Health Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Sarat Kuppachi was last updated on October 19, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.