DR. KRISHAN ARIYARATHNA MD
NPI 1497975353
Hospitalist in Council Bluffs, IA

Active since April 25, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
933 E PIERCE ST, COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503(712) 396-4360(712) 396-7069 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 21, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Nov 14, 2023, Nov 2, 2016 (2 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Krishan Ariyarathna Md NPPES

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

DR. KRISHAN ARIYARATHNA MD (NPI 1497975353) is an individual hospitalist provider in Council Bluffs, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-51888) and active in the NPI registry since April 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson, and is a graduate of University Of Nebraska College Of Medicine (2006).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1497975353
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. KRISHAN ARIYARATHNACredential: MD
Location Address933 E PIERCE STCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503-4626
Mailing Address933 E Pierce StCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503-4626 · (712) 396-4360 · Fax (712) 396-7069
Fax(712) 396-7069
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated 2006
Enumeration DateApril 25, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 21, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 21, 2024
NPI 1497975353 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-51888
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 5378 (NE)
933 E PIERCE ST, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

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. Krishan Ariyarathna 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 ID2668528266
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090923000611, I20231201002386
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 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.
671 services189 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.
180 services175 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.
125 services67 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.
83 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.
40 services40 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.
23 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Methodist Jennie Edmundson

Acute Care Hospitals · Council Bluffs, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160047
Location933 East Pierce StreetCouncil Bluffs, IA 51503 · Pottawattamie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Clarinda Regional Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Clarinda, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161352
Location220 Essie Davison DriveClarinda, IA 51632 · Page County
Emergency services

Shenandoah Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Shenandoah, IA
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number161366
Location300 Pershing AvenueShenandoah, IA 51601 · Page County
Emergency services

Myrtue Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Harlan, IA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161374
Location1213 Garfield AvenueHarlan, IA 51537 · Shelby County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Cass County Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Atlantic, IA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161376
Location1501 East Tenth StreetAtlantic, IA 50022 · Cass County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 51503 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
4 suppliers34 claims34 services$17.21 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
4 suppliers38 claims38 services$88.20 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.

Dietitian, Registered
933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Nurse Practitioner
933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Counselor (Addiction (Substance Use Disorder))
933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Nurse Practitioner
933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Social Worker (Clinical)
933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Hospitalist
933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Emergency Medicine
933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
933 E PIERCE ST
COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA 51503

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 Krishan Ariyarathna's NPI number?

The NPI number for Krishan Ariyarathna is 1497975353. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 25, 2007.

Where is Krishan Ariyarathna located?

Krishan Ariyarathna practices at 933 E Pierce St, Council Bluffs, IA 51503. The listed phone number is (712) 396-4360.

What is Krishan Ariyarathna's specialty?

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

Is Krishan Ariyarathna enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Krishan Ariyarathna 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 Krishan Ariyarathna accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska, Medica and Oscar Insurance Company list Krishan Ariyarathna 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 Krishan Ariyarathna affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Krishan Ariyarathna is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson, Clarinda Regional Health Center, Shenandoah Medical Center, Myrtue Medical Center and Cass County Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Krishan Ariyarathna was last updated on October 21, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 21 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.