JOSEPH THOMAS VARNAU MD
NPI 1972916997
Hospitalist in Lafayette, IN

Q: What is Joseph Varnau's NPI number?

The NPI number for Joseph Varnau is 1972916997. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 6, 2014.

Q: What is Joseph Varnau's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Joseph Varnau was last updated on July 17, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.

Active since June 06, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1701 S CREASY LN, LAFAYETTE, IN 47905(765) 502-4000(765) 502-4709 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 17, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 17, 2023, Mar 13, 2021, May 18, 2020 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2018).

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About Joseph Thomas Varnau Md NPPES

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

JOSEPH THOMAS VARNAU MD (NPI 1972916997) is an individual hospitalist provider in Lafayette, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (01076192A) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Hancock Regional Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Rensselaer.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1972916997

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy208M00000X

Provider Legal NameJOSEPH THOMAS VARNAUCredential: MD

Location Address1701 S CREASY LNLafayette, IN 47905-4972

Mailing AddressPo Box 781076Detroit, MI 48278-1076 · (317) 528-4800 · Fax (317) 865-1479

Phone(765) 502-4000

Fax(765) 502-4709

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateJune 6, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 17, 20236 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 17, 2023

✔ NPI 1972916997 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208M00000X

License✔ Licensed in IN · 01076192A

Definition

Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.

Also ListedFamily MedicineTaxonomy 207Q00000X · License 01076192A (IN)

1701 S CREASY LN, Lafayette, IN 47905

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 11104 E Grace StRensselaer, IN 47978 · Phone (219) 866-5141 · Fax (219) 866-3234

Other Identifiers 2

Other000001166657Anthem

Other13822917Caqh

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

Joseph Thomas Varnau 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 ID1557588894

PECOS Enrollment IDI20160510002099

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 6

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 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.

396 services178 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.

214 services191 patients

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.

183 services101 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.

133 services124 patients

Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291

Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.

36 services17 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.

31 services31 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Hancock Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Greenfield, IN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number150037

Location801 N State StGreenfield, IN 46140 · Hancock County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Indiana University Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number150056

Location1701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202 · Marion County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Ascension St Vincent Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number150084

Location2001 W 86th StIndianapolis, IN 46260 · Marion County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Lafayette

Acute Care Hospitals · Lafayette, IN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number150109

Location1701 S Creasy LnLafayette, IN 47905 · Tippecanoe County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Franciscan Health Rensselaer, Inc

Critical Access Hospitals · Rensselaer, IN

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number151324

Location1104 E Grace StRensselaer, IN 47978 · Jasper County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 47905 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

$122.49 typical visit price

range $53.07 – $161.76

Typical copayment $30.62 (range $13.26 – $40.44)

Most-billed visit code 99204

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

5 suppliers42 claims42 services$27.74 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

8 suppliers73 claims73 services$99.12 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.

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