DR. JOTESH S. CHUG MD
NPI 1235126137
Hospitalist in Ames, IA

Active since October 05, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1111 DUFF AVE, AMES, IA 50010(515) 239-6992(515) 239-3644 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 30, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Jotesh S. Chug Md NPPES

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

DR. JOTESH S. CHUG MD (NPI 1235126137) is an individual hospitalist provider in Ames, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (35871) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown, and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235126137
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOTESH S. CHUGCredential: MD
Location Address1111 DUFF AVEAmes, IA 50010-5793
Mailing Address1111 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010-5793 · (515) 239-6992 · Fax (515) 239-3644
Fax(515) 239-3644
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994
Enumeration DateOctober 5, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 30, 2020
NPPES CertifiedNovember 30, 2020
NPI 1235126137 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License Licensed in IA · 35871
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.

1111 DUFF AVE, Ames, IA 50010

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0460840IA

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Jotesh S. Chug 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 ID8921049685
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050512000935
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.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.
540 services258 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.
250 services120 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.
185 services175 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.
140 services137 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.
77 services75 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
59 services33 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown

Acute Care Hospitals · Marshalltown, IA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160001
Location55 Unitypoint WayMarshalltown, IA 50158 · Marshall County
Emergency services

Mary Greeley Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Ames, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number160030
Location1111 Duff AvenueAmes, IA 50010 · Story 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

Greene County Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Jefferson, IA
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161325
Location1000 West Lincoln WayJefferson, IA 50129 · Greene County
Emergency services

Boone County Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Boone, IA
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161372
Location1015 Union StreetBoone, IA 50036 · Boone County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50010 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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers15 claims15 services$15.96 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
2 suppliers16 claims16 services$89.68 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.

Emergency Medicine
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Hospitalist
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Anesthesiology
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Physician Assistant
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Dietitian, Registered
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Emergency Medicine
1111 DUFF AVE, MCFARLAND CLINIC PC
AMES, IA 50010

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 Jotesh Chug's NPI number?

The NPI number for Jotesh Chug is 1235126137. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 5, 2005.

Where is Jotesh Chug located?

Jotesh Chug practices at 1111 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010. The listed phone number is (515) 239-6992.

What is Jotesh Chug's specialty?

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

Is Jotesh Chug enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Jotesh Chug 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.

What insurance does Jotesh Chug accept?

Health plans from Medica list Jotesh Chug 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 Jotesh Chug affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Jotesh Chug is affiliated with Unitypoint Health - Marshalltown, Mary Greeley Medical Center, Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center, Greene County Medical Center and Boone County Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Jotesh Chug was last updated on November 30, 2020. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.