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JOSEPH BENJAMIN LALE PA-C
NPI 1902438757
Physician Assistant in Iowa City, IA

Active since February 10, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 384-6468(319) 356-1138 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 10, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Joseph Benjamin Lale Pa-c NPPES

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

JOSEPH BENJAMIN LALE PA-C (NPI 1902438757) is an individual physician assistant in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (099217) and active in the NPI registry since February 2020. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2019).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1902438757
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameJOSEPH BENJAMIN LALECredential: PA-C
Location Address200 HAWKINS DRIowa City, IA 52242-1009
Mailing Address200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · (319) 384-6468 · Fax (319) 356-1138
Phone(319) 384-6468
Fax(319) 356-1138
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2019
Enumeration DateFebruary 10, 2020
✔ NPI 1902438757 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License✔ Licensed in IA · 099217
Definition
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
200 HAWKINS DR, Iowa City, IA 52242
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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

Joseph Benjamin Lale Pa-c 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 ID2668800319
PECOS Enrollment IDI20211013003680
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 7

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.
87 services87 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.
51 services51 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.
40 services40 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
24 services24 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
23 services23 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

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
$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.

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 Joseph Lale's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Lale is 1902438757. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 10, 2020.

Where is Joseph Lale located?

Joseph Lale practices at 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 384-6468.

What is Joseph Lale's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

Is Joseph Lale enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Joseph Lale 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Lale was last updated on February 10, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 6 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.