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JOHN M SZYMCZAK MD
NPI 1972701928
Family Medicine in Munster, IN

Active since July 10, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
701 SUPERIOR AVE, SUITE 216, MUNSTER, IN 46321(219) 922-4200 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 14, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About John M Szymczak Md NPPES

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

JOHN M SZYMCZAK MD (NPI 1972701928) is an individual family medicine provider in Munster, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01065769A) and active in the NPI registry since July 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Catherine Hospital Inc, and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972701928
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameJOHN M SZYMCZAKCredential: MD
Location Address701 SUPERIOR AVE, SUITE 216Munster, IN 46321-4037
Mailing Address701 Superior Ave, Suite 216Munster, IN 46321-4037 · (219) 922-4200
Phone(219) 922-4200
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJuly 10, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 14, 2014
✔ NPI 1972701928 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in IN · 01065769A✔ Licensed in IL · 125050024
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.
701 SUPERIOR AVE, Munster, IN 46321
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include CareSource.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

John M Szymczak 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 ID6002967049
PECOS Enrollment IDI20090702000061
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 9

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.
686 services202 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.
275 services133 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.
209 services180 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.
156 services142 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
76 services75 patients
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes 99497
Advance care planning is a process where you discuss your healthcare preferences with your doctor. This conversation, lasting up to 30 minutes, helps ensure your wishes are respected if you're unable to communicate them in the future. It's about your care, your way.
76 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

St Catherine Hospital Inc

Acute Care Hospitals · East Chicago, IN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150008
Location4321 Fir StreetEast Chicago, IN 46312 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Munster, IN
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number150125
Location901 Macarthur BlvdMunster, IN 46321 · Lake County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46321 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
$82.04 typical visit price
range $53.07 – $161.76
Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$94.22 typical visit price
range $16.93 – $132.22
Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)
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 2

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

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
2 suppliers11 claims11 services$16.25 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
3 suppliers12 claims12 services$68.59 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.

FRANCISCAN PHYSICIANS HOSPITAL, LLC
General Acute Care Hospital
701 SUPERIOR AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Lake County (219) 924-1300
M R OLDEN & ASSOCIATES LLC
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
701 SUPERIOR AVE, SUITE O
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Lake County (219) 922-4220
DR. KYLE KLEIST D.O.
Hospitalist
701 SUPERIOR AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Lake County (219) 852-1524
VINCI DIAGNOSTICS, PC
Specialist
701 SUPERIOR AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Lake County (219) 934-2085
PAMELA ANN LINZ NP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
701 SUPERIOR AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Lake County (219) 934-4100
FRANCISCAN PHYSICIANS HOSPITAL, LLC
Family Medicine
701 SUPERIOR AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Lake County (219) 934-2085
DEWNZAR HOWARD MD
Psychiatry & Neurology (Geriatric Psychiatry)
701 SUPERIOR AVE, SUITE K
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Lake County (219) 934-4100
DR. NIDA SHIRAZI D.O.
Hospitalist
701 SUPERIOR AVE
MUNSTER, IN 46321
Lake County (219) 852-1524

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 Szymczak's NPI number?

The NPI number for John Szymczak is 1972701928. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on July 10, 2007.

Where is John Szymczak located?

John Szymczak practices at 701 Superior Ave Suite 216, Munster, IN 46321. The listed phone number is (219) 922-4200.

What is John Szymczak's specialty?

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

Is John Szymczak enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. John Szymczak 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 Szymczak accept?

Health plans from CareSource list John Szymczak 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 Szymczak affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, John Szymczak is affiliated with St Catherine Hospital Inc and Community Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for John Szymczak was last updated on March 14, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.