STEPHANIE JO THEISEN CHEN M.D.
NPI 1891080032
Pathology - Anatomic Pathology in Iowa City, IA

Active since June 16, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 384-9609(319) 356-2987 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 16, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Dec 16, 2025, Aug 24, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Stephanie Jo Theisen Chen M.d. NPPES

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

STEPHANIE JO THEISEN CHEN M.D. (NPI 1891080032) is an individual anatomic pathology provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (MD-42439) and active in the NPI registry since June 2011. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down, and maintains a secondary practice location in Iowa City.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1891080032
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207ZP0101X
Provider Legal NameSTEPHANIE JO THEISEN CHENCredential: M.D.
Location Address200 HAWKINS DRIowa City, IA 52242-1009
Mailing Address200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · (319) 384-9609 · Fax (319) 356-2987
Fax(319) 356-2987
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Iowa, Rj & L Carver College Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 16, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedDecember 16, 2025
NPI 1891080032 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyPathology · Anatomic PathologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207ZP0101X
License Licensed in IA · MD-42439
Definition
A pathologist deals with the causes and nature of disease and contributes to diagnosis, prognosis and treatment through knowledge gained by the laboratory application of the biologic, chemical and physical sciences. A pathologist uses information gathered from the microscopic examination of tissue specimens, cells and body fluids, and from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions for the diagnosis, exclusion and monitoring of disease.
Also ListedPathology · DermatopathologyTaxonomy 207ZD0900X · License MD-42439 (IA)
200 HAWKINS DR, Iowa City, IA 52242

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1500 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245-2633 · Phone (319) 339-3551 · Fax (319) 248-7945

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

Stephanie Jo Theisen Chen 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 ID648591131
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150609002552
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 15

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.

Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure 88341
Special stained specimen slides are used to analyze tissue in detail. In this process, extra procedures may be needed for a more thorough examination. These involve applying special stains to the tissue on slides, enhancing specific elements for closer study.
229 services59 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity 88305
A pathology examination of tissue with intermediate complexity involves studying a small sample of your body tissue under a microscope. This helps in identifying any abnormal cells or signs of disease. It's a detailed process requiring expert analysis to ensure accurate results.
201 services146 patients
Screening test for antibody to noninfectious agent 86255
A screening test for antibodies to noninfectious agents is a medical procedure that checks your body's response to substances that are not infectious. It involves taking a blood sample to identify specific antibodies, which are proteins your body produces when it detects harmful elements.
136 services132 patients
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity 88307
A pathology examination of tissue with moderate complexity involves a detailed study of a small tissue sample from your body. Using a microscope, experts analyze the tissue's structure and cells to identify any abnormalities. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions accurately.
113 services68 patients
Antibody evaluation, each additional single antibody stain procedure 88350
An antibody evaluation involves testing a sample of your body fluid (like blood) to identify specific antibodies. Each additional single antibody stain procedure is a separate test for another specific antibody. This helps in diagnosing various health conditions by understanding your body's immune response.
96 services24 patients
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure 88342
This procedure involves the use of specially stained slides to examine tissue samples. The initial process involves obtaining a small tissue sample from your body. This sample is then placed on a slide and stained with special dyes to highlight different structures and elements. The stained slide is then examined under a microscope to help diagnose any potential health issues.
91 services83 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down

Acute Care Hospitals · Iowa City, IA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number160029
Location500 E Market StreetIowa City, IA 52245 · Johnson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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

Jefferson County Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Fairfield, IA
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161364
Location2000 S MainFairfield, IA 52556 · Jefferson 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
$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.

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 Stephanie Chen's NPI number?

The NPI number for Stephanie Chen is 1891080032. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2011.

Where is Stephanie Chen located?

Stephanie Chen practices at 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 384-9609.

What is Stephanie Chen's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pathology, specializing in Anatomic Pathology, with taxonomy code 207ZP0101X.

Is Stephanie Chen enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Stephanie Chen 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 Stephanie Chen accept?

Health plans from Medica list Stephanie Chen 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 Stephanie Chen affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Stephanie Chen is affiliated with University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Down, University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics and Jefferson County Health Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Stephanie Chen was last updated on December 16, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 7 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.