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CHRISTOPHER WELSH MD
NPI 1275576571
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Iowa City, IA

Active since June 14, 2006Opted out of Medicare · through Oct 15, 2027
2710 N DODGE ST STE 1, IOWA CITY, IA 52245(319) 400-1311(855) 710-7455 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 6, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 6, 2026, Nov 20, 2015 (2 updates tracked since 2015).

About Christopher Welsh Md NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER WELSH MD (NPI 1275576571) is an individual psychiatry provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (35705) and active in the NPI registry since June 2006. He has opted out of Medicare through October 15, 2027.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275576571
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER WELSHCredential: MD
Location Address2710 N DODGE ST STE 1Iowa City, IA 52245-8301
Mailing Address4761 Dryden CtIowa City, IA 52245-9250 · (319) 530-8266
Phone(319) 400-1311
Fax(855) 710-7455
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateJune 14, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 6, 20262 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 6, 2026
✔ NPI 1275576571 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 · 35705
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.
2710 N DODGE ST STE 1, Iowa City, IA 52245
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Other Identifiers 2

Other21017IA · Wellmark Bcbs
Medicaid0729426IA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and more.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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Opted out of Medicare

Christopher Welsh Md has filed a Medicare opt-out affidavit. Services are provided under private contract between the provider and the patient, and are not billed to or reimbursed by Medicare. The opt-out is on file from October 15, 2021 through October 15, 2027.

Opt-Out Effective DateOctober 15, 2021
Opt-Out In Effect ThroughOctober 15, 2027Opt-out affidavits renew automatically every two years unless cancelled

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 2

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

SARAH DOWD PA-C
Physician Assistant
2710 N DODGE ST STE 1
IOWA CITY, IA 52245
Johnson County (319) 400-1311
ELIZABETH MATTHEWS PSYD
Psychologist (Clinical)
2710 N DODGE ST STE 1
IOWA CITY, IA 52245
Johnson County (319) 400-1311

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 Christopher Welsh's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Welsh is 1275576571. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 14, 2006.

Where is Christopher Welsh located?

Christopher Welsh practices at 2710 N Dodge St Ste 1, Iowa City, IA 52245. The listed phone number is (319) 400-1311.

What is Christopher Welsh's specialty?

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

Is Christopher Welsh enrolled in Medicare?

No. Christopher Welsh has opted out of Medicare through October 15, 2027. Care is provided under private contracts, and Medicare does not pay for services furnished by providers who have opted out.

What insurance does Christopher Welsh accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from NH Healthy Families and Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and 4 other insurers list Christopher Welsh 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 Christopher Welsh was last updated on January 6, 2026. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.