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Dr. Tara Mescher, ARNP
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Acute Care Nurse Practitioner · Anamosa, IA
- NPI 1689002495
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 77.0 / 100 · 2023
- 12 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
626 W Main St
Anamosa, IA 522051634
(319) 251-0267
fax (949) 561-4267
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 11, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Iowa #A157737 · Iowa #L091403
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689002495. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
255
Distinct HCPCS
5
Medicare allowed
$17,378
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 154 | 113 | $70 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 58 | 27 | $101 | |
87880 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) | 17 | 17 | $16 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 15 | 15 | $2 | |
87426 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus | 11 | 11 | $35 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Anamosa Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 62. This provider delivers 4.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$185
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Novo Nordisk INC | 3 | $66.02 | |
| Abbvie INC. | 2 | $38.51 | |
| GlaxoSmithKline, LLC. | 1 | $28.06 | |
| Lilly USA, LLC | 1 | $21.62 | |
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 1 | $16.77 | |
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 1 | $14.40 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
555
Patients
127
Total drug cost
$27,841
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 53 | 14 | $515 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 52 | 14 | $814 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 48 | 11 | $977 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 47 | 12 | $702 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 40 | 0 | $285 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 40 | 35 | $92 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 39 | 14 | $231 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 38 | 0 | $489 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 35 | 0 | $608 |
| Bupropion Xl (Bupropion Hcl) | Brand | 31 | 0 | $764 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Tara Mescher's medical specialty?
Dr. Tara Mescher practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Anamosa, IA.
Where does Dr. Tara Mescher practice?
Dr. Tara Mescher practices at 626 W Main St, Anamosa, IA 522051634. Office phone: 3192510267.
What is Dr. Tara Mescher's NPI?
Dr. Tara Mescher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689002495, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Tara Mescher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Tara Mescher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Tara Mescher commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) (HCPCS 87880). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.