Charles Paul, MD
NPI 1386171437 · Urology Physician · Ames, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Urology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Charles Paul, MD is a Urology Physician provider in Ames, IA (NPI 1386171437).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386171437
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Urology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-50773 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
3,269 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 604 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 460 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 366 | $84 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 331 | $9 |
| Psa (prostate Specific Antigen) Measurement, Total84153 | 325 | $18 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Bladder and Urethra Using an Endoscope |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 410 | 171 |
| Finasteride | 350 | 136 |
| Cephalexin | 117 | 78 |
| Oxybutynin Chloridebrand: Oxybutynin Chloride Er | 73 | 27 |
| Trospium Chloride | 48 | 16 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 33 | 25 |
| Potassium Citratebrand: Potassium Citrate Er | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$624 across 11 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-05-19
- Last updated
- 2023-09-25
- Certified
- 2023-09-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Charles Paul's NPI number?
- Charles Paul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386171437, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Charles Paul's specialty?
- Charles Paul is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Urology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Charles Paul located?
- Charles Paul's practice location on file with NPPES is 1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA 50010-5400.
- What is Charles Paul's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Charles Paul is (515) 239-4490.
- Does Charles Paul accept Medicare?
- Charles Paul is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Charles Paul's NPI active?
- Yes — Charles Paul's NPI (1386171437) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-09-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.