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DR. MUHAMMAD AFZAL CHOWDHRY MD
NPI 1194764100
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Independence, IA

Active since June 05, 2006PECOS Enrolled
2277 IOWA AVE, INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644(319) 334-2583(319) 334-5252 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 13, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

About Dr. Muhammad Afzal Chowdhry Md NPPES

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

DR. MUHAMMAD AFZAL CHOWDHRY MD (NPI 1194764100) is an individual psychiatry provider in Independence, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (26347) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194764100
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. MUHAMMAD AFZAL CHOWDHRYCredential: MD
Location Address2277 IOWA AVEIndependence, IA 50644-9106
Mailing Address2277 Iowa AveIndependence, IA 50644-9106 · (319) 334-2583 · Fax (319) 334-5252
Phone(319) 334-2583
Fax(319) 334-5252
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 13, 2026
✔ NPI 1194764100 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 26347
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
2277 IOWA AVE, Independence, IA 50644
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1046946IA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include 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 (PECOS)

Dr. Muhammad Afzal Chowdhry Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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 Reassignments

2

Medicare enrollment records show Muhammad Chowdhry reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Mental Health Institute
0.5 mi
Psychiatry
2277 IOWA AVE
Independence, IA 50644
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 6 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023069440 (319) 334-2583
Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation
22 mi
Emergency Medicine
1825 LOGAN AVE
Waterloo, IA 50703
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 273 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1346292521 (319) 235-3941

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

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50644 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
$161.40 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $40.35 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$66.36 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 17

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

MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
Psychiatric Hospital
2277 IOWA AVE
INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
Buchanan County (319) 334-2583
DR. VITHALJI JERAMBHAI MODHA MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2277 IOWA AVE
INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
Buchanan County (319) 334-2583
MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
2277 IOWA AVE
INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
Buchanan County (319) 334-2583
SANDRA LLOYD
Pharmacist (Psychiatric)
2277 IOWA AVE
INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
Buchanan County (319) 334-5208
MRS. MARLA KAY HOWLETT PHARMACIST
Pharmacist
2277 IOWA AVE
INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
Buchanan County (319) 334-5208
RACHEL BALLARD
Physician Assistant
2277 IOWA AVE
INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
Buchanan County (319) 334-2583
TREY MUELLER PHARMD
Pharmacist
2277 IOWA AVE
INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
Buchanan County (319) 334-5208
MENTAL HEALTH INSTITUTE
Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility
2277 IOWA AVE
INDEPENDENCE, IA 50644
Buchanan County (319) 334-2583

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 Muhammad Chowdhry's NPI number?

The NPI number for Muhammad Chowdhry is 1194764100. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2006.

Where is Muhammad Chowdhry located?

Muhammad Chowdhry practices at 2277 Iowa Ave, Independence, IA 50644. The listed phone number is (319) 334-2583.

What is Muhammad Chowdhry's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Muhammad Chowdhry enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Muhammad Chowdhry is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Which organizations bill Medicare for Muhammad Chowdhry's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Muhammad Chowdhry reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: Mental Health Institute (Independence, IA) and Allen Memorial Hospital Corporation (Waterloo, IA). Each 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 Muhammad Chowdhry's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Muhammad Chowdhry accept?

Health plans from Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list Muhammad Chowdhry 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Muhammad Chowdhry was last updated on July 13, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 months 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.