1. Home
  2. Directory
  3. Iowa
  4. Mason City
  5. Family Medicine
  6. NPI Profile

DR. JOSEPH C BEHR MD
NPI 1770699423
Family Medicine in Mason City, IA

Active since August 22, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1010 4TH ST SW, MASON CITY, IA 50401(641) 422-6020(641) 422-7803 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 9, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 9, 2025, Jun 16, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Joseph C Behr Md NPPES

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

DR. JOSEPH C BEHR MD (NPI 1770699423) is an individual family medicine provider in Mason City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (31897) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of Medicine (1996).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770699423
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. JOSEPH C BEHRCredential: MD
Location Address1010 4TH ST SWMason City, IA 50401-2857
Mailing Address621 S Illinois Ave, Suite 103Mason City, IA 50401-5489 · (641) 494-3041 · Fax (641) 494-3059
Phone(641) 422-6020
Fax(641) 422-7803
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 1996
Enumeration DateAugust 22, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 9, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 9, 2025
✔ NPI 1770699423 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 31897
Definition
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
1010 4TH ST SW, Mason City, IA 50401
Open in Google Maps ↗

Other Identifiers 2

Medicaid6142109IA
Other49160IA · Wellmark

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company, Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc..Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Joseph C Behr 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 ID8628050937
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040602000093
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Joseph Behr reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

North Iowa Mercy Clinics
Same address
Obstetrics & Gynecology
1010 4TH ST SW STE 220
Mason City, IA 50401
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Iowa enrollment
  • 420 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1306857347 (641) 428-5100

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

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.

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.
719 services342 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
321 services321 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.
198 services191 patients
Anticoagulant management of patient taking warfarin 93793
Anticoagulant management with warfarin involves monitoring and adjusting your medication to prevent blood clots while minimizing the risk of bleeding. Regular blood tests measure your response to warfarin, helping adjust your dose if necessary. It's crucial to maintain a consistent diet and promptly report any changes in your health.
39 services11 patients
Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 10 minutes 99307
A follow-up nursing facility visit per day typically lasts about 10 minutes. This service involves a healthcare professional checking on your health status, answering any questions you may have, and monitoring your progress. This routine check ensures your recovery is on track and any concerns are addressed promptly.
23 services13 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
21 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Mason City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number160064
Location1000 Fourth Street SWMason City, IA 50401 · Cerro Gordo County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franklin General Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Hampton, IA
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161308
Location1720 Central Avenue EastHampton, IA 50441 · Franklin County
Emergency services

Floyd County Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Charles City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161347
Location800 11th StCharles City, IA 50616 · Floyd County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 50401 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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 16

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
13 suppliers58 claims99 services$5.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers19 claims19 services$97.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers16 claims24 services$42.72 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers23 claims49 services$24.33 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers28 claims28 services$64.95 avg. paid by Medicare
Headgear used with positive airway pressure device A7035
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers27 claims27 services$23.19 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.

LAURA SPICER
Pharmacist
1010 4TH ST SW
MASON CITY, IA 50401
Cerro Gordo County (641) 422-6105
DR. CHAD M MCCAMBRIDGE MD
Family Medicine
1010 4TH ST SW, SUITE 340
MASON CITY, IA 50401
Cerro Gordo County (641) 428-7766
SIDDHARTH VERMA DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1010 4TH ST SW, STE 305
MASON CITY, IA 50401
Cerro Gordo County (641) 428-5700
LUAN M BARGMAN PA
Physician Assistant
1010 4TH ST SW, SUITE 120
MASON CITY, IA 50401
Cerro Gordo County (641) 428-6020
MAGNETIC RESONANCE SERVICES PTR
Clinic/Center (Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI))
1010 4TH ST SW, SUITE 100
MASON CITY, IA 50401
Cerro Gordo County (641) 424-0102
WILLIAM D MATTHEWS M.D.
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1010 4TH ST SW, SUITE 100
MASON CITY, IA 50401
Cerro Gordo County (641) 424-0102
MR. TONY GENE PALS PHARMD
Pharmacist
1010 4TH ST SW
MASON CITY, IA 50401
Cerro Gordo County (641) 422-6105
DANIEL MICHELSON MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1010 4TH ST SW, STE 340
MASON CITY, IA 50401
Cerro Gordo County (641) 428-7766

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 Joseph Behr's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Behr is 1770699423. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 22, 2006.

Where is Joseph Behr located?

Joseph Behr practices at 1010 4th St SW, Mason City, IA 50401. The listed phone number is (641) 422-6020.

What is Joseph Behr's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Joseph Behr enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Behr 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Joseph Behr's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Joseph Behr reassigns Medicare benefits to North Iowa Mercy Clinics (Mason City, IA). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Joseph Behr's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Joseph Behr accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health, Oscar Insurance Company and Wellmark Health Plan of Iowa, Inc. list Joseph Behr 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 Joseph Behr affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Joseph Behr is affiliated with Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center, Franklin General Hospital and Floyd County Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Behr was last updated on July 9, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.