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DR. GREGORY R. UTESCH M.D.
NPI 1275514549
Anesthesiology in Ames, IA

Active since November 14, 2005PECOS Enrolled
1111 DUFF AVE, AMES, IA 50010(515) 239-2182(515) 239-3665 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: May 20, 2026, Dec 17, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Gregory R. Utesch M.d. NPPES

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

DR. GREGORY R. UTESCH M.D. (NPI 1275514549) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Ames, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (29781) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275514549
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207L00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. GREGORY R. UTESCHCredential: M.D.
Location Address1111 DUFF AVEAmes, IA 50010-3014
Mailing Address1111 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010-3014 · (515) 239-2182 · Fax (515) 239-3665
Phone(515) 239-2182
Fax(515) 239-3665
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateNovember 14, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2026
✔ NPI 1275514549 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207L00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 29781
Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
1111 DUFF AVE, Ames, IA 50010
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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0110189IA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica.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. Gregory R. Utesch M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID4486548385
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100208000720
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 9

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.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
29 services29 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones 01480
Anesthesia for procedures on lower leg, ankle, and foot bones involves administering medication to block pain and sensation in these areas. This allows doctors to perform necessary treatments or surgeries without causing discomfort. The type of anesthesia used can vary based on the specific procedure.
17 services17 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
16 services16 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
15 services15 patients
Anesthesia for procedure on nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue of forearm, wrist, and hand 01810
Anesthesia for procedures on the forearm, wrist, and hand involves administering medication to block sensation in these areas. This helps ensure comfort and painlessness during surgeries or treatments involving nerves, muscles, tendons, and tissue in these regions.
13 services13 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

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

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.

DR. THOMAS M WERNIMONT MD
Emergency Medicine
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Story County (515) 239-2155
RYAN ELSEY DO
Hospitalist
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Story County (515) 239-6992
JEFFREY A. DRAWBOND MD
Anesthesiology
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Story County (515) 239-2182
DR. AUSTIN GRECO M.D.
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Story County (515) 239-4401
JULIE TROUT
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Story County (515) 239-2011
MS. CHERI LYNN THIELEKE PA-C
Physician Assistant
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Story County (515) 239-2155
MS. SARAH LINNEA HAVEMAN RD, CDE
Dietitian, Registered
1111 DUFF AVE
AMES, IA 50010
Story County (515) 956-2882
TRAVIS L. MATTSON MD
Emergency Medicine
1111 DUFF AVE, MCFARLAND CLINIC PC
AMES, IA 50010
Story County (515) 239-2155

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 Gregory Utesch's NPI number?

The NPI number for Gregory Utesch is 1275514549. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 14, 2005.

Where is Gregory Utesch located?

Gregory Utesch practices at 1111 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010. The listed phone number is (515) 239-2182.

What is Gregory Utesch's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Gregory Utesch enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Gregory Utesch is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Gregory Utesch accept?

Health plans from Medica list Gregory Utesch 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 Gregory Utesch affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Gregory Utesch is affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Gregory Utesch was last updated on May 20, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.