JOHN CHARLES KEECH MD
NPI 1770685604
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Iowa City, IA

Active since September 01, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF THORACIC SURGERY, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 356-2424(319) 356-3891 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 31, 2013. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About John Charles Keech Md NPPES

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

JOHN CHARLES KEECH MD (NPI 1770685604) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (40878) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, and is a graduate of Loyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of Medicine (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770685604
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN CHARLES KEECHCredential: MD
Location Address200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF THORACIC SURGERYIowa City, IA 52242-1009
Mailing Address200 Hawkins Dr, Dept Of Thoracic SurgeryIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · (319) 356-2424 · Fax (319) 356-3891
Fax(319) 356-3891
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateSeptember 1, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 31, 2013
NPI 1770685604 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License Licensed in IA · 40878
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License ML20007978 (WA)
200 HAWKINS DR, Iowa City, IA 52242

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

John Charles Keech 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 ID648413021
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130904000529
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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
35 services35 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.
16 services13 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
13 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
$161.40 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $40.35 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99205
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 20

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

Emergency Medicine
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)
200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Chronic Disease Hospital
200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Genetic Counselor, MS
200 HAWKINS DR, 31663 PFP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Obstetrics & Gynecology
200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF OBGYN
IOWA CITY, IA 52242
Health Educator
200 HAWKINS DR, 0733 JPP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

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 Keech's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Keech is 1770685604. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 1, 2006.

Where is John Keech located?

John Keech practices at 200 Hawkins Dr Dept Of Thoracic Surgery, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 356-2424.

What is John Keech's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is John Keech enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Keech 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 Keech accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list John Keech 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 John Keech affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Keech is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Keech was last updated on July 31, 2013. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.