Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Paul Pierson, DO
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Iowa City, IA
- NPI 1649686890
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
540 E Jefferson St Ste 205
Iowa City, IA 522452479
(319) 688-7880
fax (319) 688-7881 - Mailing address
-
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 522421009
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 18, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #DO-05407
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1649686890. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
435
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$42,352
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99152 |
Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older), initial 15 minutes | 153 | 153 | $11 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 69 | 69 | $143 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 47 | 47 | $161 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 39 | 39 | $90 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 32 | 32 | $154 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 31 | 27 | $119 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 22 | 22 | $232 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 18 | 18 | $167 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 12 | 12 | $125 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 12 | 12 | $121 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in this city , average services per provider: 49. This provider delivers 8.9× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
49
Patients
48
Total drug cost
$359
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 49 | 48 | $359 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Paul Pierson's medical specialty?
Dr. Paul Pierson practices Surgery Physician in Iowa City, IA.
Where does Dr. Paul Pierson practice?
Dr. Paul Pierson practices at 540 E Jefferson St Ste 205, Iowa City, IA 522452479. Office phone: 3196887880.
What is Dr. Paul Pierson's NPI?
Dr. Paul Pierson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649686890, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Paul Pierson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Paul Pierson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Paul Pierson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Use of a drug to induce depression of consciousness by physician performing a procedure (5 years or older) (HCPCS 99152); Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 45380); Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk (HCPCS G0105). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.