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DR. BENJAMIN CHRISTIANS DO
NPI 1730617812
Emergency Medicine in Iowa City, IA

Active since June 01, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 356-2233(319) 384-6511 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 1, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

About Dr. Benjamin Christians Do NPPES

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

DR. BENJAMIN CHRISTIANS DO (NPI 1730617812) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (R-10939) and active in the NPI registry since June 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center, and is a graduate of Des Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health Sciences (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1730617812
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENJAMIN CHRISTIANSCredential: DO
Location Address200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OFIowa City, IA 52242-1009
Mailing Address200 Hawkins Dr Dept OfIowa City, IA 52242-1009
Phone(319) 356-2233
Fax(319) 384-6511
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSDes Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health SciencesGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateJune 1, 2017
✔ NPI 1730617812 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · R-10939
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Avera Health Plans, Medica, Oscar Insurance Company.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. Benjamin Christians Do 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 ID143599944
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200818002004
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 3

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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
179 services176 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
97 services96 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
14 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux Falls, SD
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number430016
Location1325 S Cliff AveSioux Falls, SD 57117 · Minnehaha County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota

Acute Care Hospitals · Sioux Falls, SD
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number430095
Location4500 W 69th StSioux Falls, SD 57108 · Lincoln County
Emergency services

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
$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.

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. EDWARD ALEXANDER REKART MD
Emergency Medicine
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-1616
HANI ASSOUM M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF, 01017 JPP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 353-6883
CASEY EDWARDS MD
Anesthesiology
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2210
HASHIM SULTAN CHAUDHRY
Internal Medicine
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 384-7788
MEGAN KAVANAUGH
Pediatrics
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 384-7888
DR. MICHAEL CHRISTIAN MARINIER MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (815) 999-2852
DR. ROBERT PEDERSEN MD
Emergency Medicine
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2233
HYUN SU KIM
Anesthesiology
200 HAWKINS DR DEPT OF
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2210

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 Benjamin Christians's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Christians is 1730617812. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 1, 2017.

Where is Benjamin Christians located?

Benjamin Christians practices at 200 Hawkins Dr Dept Of, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 356-2233.

What is Benjamin Christians's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Benjamin Christians enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Christians 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 Benjamin Christians accept?

Health plans from Avera Health Plans, Medica and Oscar Insurance Company list Benjamin Christians 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 Benjamin Christians affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin Christians is affiliated with Avera Mckennan Hospital & University Health Center and Avera Heart Hospital Of South Dakota.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Christians was last updated on June 1, 2017. 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.