Stephen Betz, M.D.
NPI 1679681746 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Mason City, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Stephen Betz, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Mason City, IA (NPI 1679681746).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679681746
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28662 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
3,850 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 2,129 | $34 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 600 | $26 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 248 | $32 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 126 | $11 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Moderately Low Complexity88304 | 94 | $10 |
| Pathology Examination of Specimen During Surgery, First Tissue Block88331 | 87 | $56 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-28
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Stephen Betz's NPI number?
- Stephen Betz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679681746, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Stephen Betz's specialty?
- Stephen Betz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Stephen Betz located?
- Stephen Betz's practice location on file with NPPES is 1000 4th St Sw, Mason City, IA 50401-2800.
- What is Stephen Betz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Stephen Betz is (641) 422-7488.
- Does Stephen Betz accept Medicare?
- Stephen Betz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Stephen Betz's NPI active?
- Yes — Stephen Betz's NPI (1679681746) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.