DR. PAUL FITZGERALD MESTER MD
NPI 1215464847
Hospitalist in Iowa City, IA

Q: What is Paul Mester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Mester is 1215464847. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2017.

Q: What is Paul Mester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Mester was last updated on April 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.

Active since May 13, 2017

200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 356-4019(319) 353-8073 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 9, 2025, Aug 29, 2022, Aug 9, 2022 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Paul Fitzgerald Mester Md NPPES

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

DR. PAUL FITZGERALD MESTER MD (NPI 1215464847) is an individual hospitalist provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-49850) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. He is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, maintains a secondary practice location in North Liberty, and is a graduate of University Of South Carolina School Of Medicine (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215464847

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208M00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. PAUL FITZGERALD MESTERCredential: MD

Location Address200 HAWKINS DRIowa City, IA 52242-1009

Mailing Address200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009

Phone(319) 356-4019

Fax(319) 353-8073

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Carolina School Of MedicineGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateMay 13, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateApril 9, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedApril 9, 2025

✔ NPI 1215464847 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208M00000X

License✔ Licensed in IA · MD-49850

Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License MD-49850 (IA)

200 HAWKINS DR, Iowa City, IA 52242

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1701 W Forevergreen RdNorth Liberty, IA 52317-9848 · Phone (319) 356-4019 · Fax (319) 356-3949

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Sanford Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Paul Fitzgerald Mester Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID6800168535

PECOS Enrollment IDI20220715002483

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 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.

411 services180 patients

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.

103 services47 patients

Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239

Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.

84 services82 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.

81 services81 patients

Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

34 services17 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.

24 services24 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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

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 Paul Mester's NPI number?

The NPI number for Paul Mester is 1215464847. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 13, 2017.

Where is Paul Mester located?

Paul Mester practices at 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 356-4019.

What is Paul Mester's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Paul Mester enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Paul Mester is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Paul Mester accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Paul Mester 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 Paul Mester affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Paul Mester is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Paul Mester was last updated on April 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.