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POORANI SEKAR M.D.
NPI 1740441807
Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease in Iowa City, IA

Active since June 21, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 HAWKINS DR, UIHC- SECTION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASE, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 356-7740(319) 356-4600 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 5, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 5, 2025, Apr 7, 2025, Dec 26, 2016 (3 updates tracked since 2016).

About Poorani Sekar M.d. NPPES

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

POORANI SEKAR M.D. (NPI 1740441807) is an individual infectious disease provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (42063) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1740441807
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207RI0200X
Provider Legal NamePOORANI SEKARCredential: M.D.
Location Address200 HAWKINS DR, UIHC- SECTION OF INFECTIOUS DISEASEIowa City, IA 52242-1009
Mailing Address200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · (319) 356-7740 · Fax (319) 356-4600
Phone(319) 356-7740
Fax(319) 356-4600
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Nebraska College Of MedicineGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 21, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 5, 20253 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 5, 2025
✔ NPI 1740441807 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RI0200X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 42063
Definition
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 42063 (IA)
200 HAWKINS DR, Iowa City, IA 52242
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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 12624 Orchard DrCedar Falls, IA 50613-5845 · Phone (877) 891-5350
Location 2701 W Forevergreen RdNorth Liberty, IA 52317-9848 · Phone (319) 356-2633 · Fax (319) 356-3949
Location 3500 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245-2633 · Phone (319) 339-3551 · Fax (319) 248-7945
Location 4540 E Jefferson St Ste 400Iowa City, IA 52245-2479 · Phone (319) 688-7440 · Fax (319) 887-2971

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Sanford Health Plan.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

Poorani Sekar M.d. 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 ID8820222391
PECOS Enrollment IDI20141014002424
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 6

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 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.
132 services80 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.
62 services58 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
54 services41 patients
Prolonged office or other outpatient evaluation and management service(s) beyond the maximum required time of the primary procedure which has been selected using total time on the date of the primary service; each additional 15 minutes by the physician or G2212
This service refers to extended doctor visits where your healthcare provider spends additional time evaluating and managing your health beyond the primary procedure's required time. This includes each extra 15 minutes spent by the physician on the same day as the primary service.
47 services14 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.
18 services17 patients
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.
15 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Iowa City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - State
CMS Certification Number160058
Location200 Hawkins DriveIowa City, IA 52242 · Johnson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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
$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.

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.

SANGIL LEE M.D.
Emergency Medicine
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2233
RAMI G. EL ABIAD M.D.
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-4901
GRERK SUTAMTEWAGUL MD
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-1616
DR. KALEB TANNER VEIT D.O.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2320
OMAR JABER M.D
Chronic Disease Hospital
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 471-8958
JENNIFER MANCUSO MS, CGC
Genetic Counselor, MS
200 HAWKINS DR, 31663 PFP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 384-7983
ASHLEY KAISER M.D.
Obstetrics & Gynecology
200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF OBGYN
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-2294
MRS. NANCY JANE MILLICE
Health Educator
200 HAWKINS DR, 0733 JPP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Johnson County (319) 356-3825

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 Poorani Sekar's NPI number?

The NPI number for Poorani Sekar is 1740441807. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 21, 2008.

Where is Poorani Sekar located?

Poorani Sekar practices at 200 Hawkins Dr Uihc- Section Of Infectious Disease, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 356-7740.

What is Poorani Sekar's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Infectious Disease, with taxonomy code 207RI0200X.

Is Poorani Sekar enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Poorani Sekar 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 Poorani Sekar accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Poorani Sekar 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 Poorani Sekar affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Poorani Sekar is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Poorani Sekar was last updated on September 5, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.