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DR. JOHN W HELLSTEIN DDS
NPI 1396837050
Dentist - Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology in Iowa City, IA

Active since September 29, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
386 DENTAL SCIENCE BLDG S, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 335-9656(319) 335-7351 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 16, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. John W Hellstein Dds NPPES

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

DR. JOHN W HELLSTEIN DDS (NPI 1396837050) is an individual oral and maxillofacial pathology provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (40069) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Univ Of Missouri-kansas City School Of Dentistry (1982).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1396837050
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy1223P0106X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOHN W HELLSTEINCredential: DDS
Location Address386 DENTAL SCIENCE BLDG SIowa City, IA 52242-1001
Mailing Address322 Dental Science Bldg SIowa City, IA 52242-1001 · (319) 335-7440 · Fax (319) 335-7451
Phone(319) 335-9656
Fax(319) 335-7351
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniv Of Missouri-kansas City School Of DentistryGraduated 1982
Enumeration DateSeptember 29, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 16, 2016
✔ NPI 1396837050 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyDentist · Oral and Maxillofacial PathologyDental Providers
Taxonomy Code1223P0106X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 40069
Definition
The specialty of dentistry and discipline of pathology that deals with the nature, identification, and management of diseases affecting the oral and maxillofacial regions. It is a science that investigates the causes, processes, and effects of these diseases. The practice of oral and maxillofacial pathology includes research and diagnosis of diseases using clinical, radiographic, microscopic, biochemical, or other examinations.
386 DENTAL SCIENCE BLDG S, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid0279711IA
Medicare UPINU92931
Medicare ID-Type UnspecifiedI7158IA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental of Iowa, Florida Combined Life 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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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. John W Hellstein Dds 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 ID3476678566
PECOS Enrollment IDI20100913000889
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 4

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.

Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
166 services154 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
111 services76 patients
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report 88312
This service involves coloring specimen slides in a special way to help identify organisms. The colors make different parts of the organism stand out. Afterward, a detailed interpretation and report on the findings are provided.
16 services15 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
14 services14 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 52242 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
$81.84 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $20.46 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99203
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 2

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

DR. SHERRY RENE TIMMONS DDS
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology)
386 DENTAL SCIENCE BLDG S
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 335-9656
DR. EMILY ANNE LANZEL D.D.S
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology)
386 DENTAL SCIENCE BLDG S
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 335-9656

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 John Hellstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Hellstein is 1396837050. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 29, 2006.

Where is John Hellstein located?

John Hellstein practices at 386 Dental Science Bldg S, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 335-9656.

What is John Hellstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Dentist, specializing in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, with taxonomy code 1223P0106X.

Is John Hellstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Hellstein 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 John Hellstein accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Delta Dental of Iowa, Florida Combined Life, Medica and Sanford Health Plan list John Hellstein 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 John Hellstein was last updated on December 16, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 years 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.