Poorani Sekar, M.D.
NPI 1740441807 · Infectious Disease Physician · Iowa City, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Infectious Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Poorani Sekar, M.D. is a Infectious Disease Physician provider in Iowa City, IA (NPI 1740441807).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740441807
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Infectious Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 42063 (IA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
5 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
543 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Prolonged Hospital Inpatient Or Observation Care Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Total Time for the Primary Service (when the Primary Service Has Been Selected Using Time on the Date of the Primary Service); Each Additional 15 Minutes By ThG0316 | 187 | $28 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 132 | $109 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 62 | $159 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 54 | $133 |
| Prolonged Office Or Other Outpatient Evaluation and Management Service(s) Beyond the Maximum Required Time of the Primary Procedure Which Has Been Selected Using Total Time on the Date of the Primary Service; Each Additional 15 Minutes By the Physician OrG2212 | 47 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 111 | 32 |
| Cefadroxil | 97 | 22 |
| Amoxicillin | 53 | 15 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 34 | — |
| Penicillin V Potassium | 29 | — |
| Ceftriaxone Sodiumbrand: Ceftriaxone | 26 | — |
| Fluconazole | 22 | — |
| Daptomycin | 22 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (4)
- 2624 Orchard DrCedar Falls, IA 50613-5845Phone: (877) 891-5350
- 500 E Market StIowa City, IA 52245-2633Phone: (319) 339-3551Fax: (319) 248-7945
- 540 E Jefferson St Ste 400Iowa City, IA 52245-2479Phone: (319) 688-7440Fax: (319) 887-2971
- 701 W Forevergreen RdNorth Liberty, IA 52317-9848Phone: (319) 356-2633Fax: (319) 356-3949
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-21
- Last updated
- 2025-09-05
- Certified
- 2025-09-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Poorani Sekar's NPI number?
- Poorani Sekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740441807, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Poorani Sekar's specialty?
- Poorani Sekar is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Infectious Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Poorani Sekar located?
- Poorani Sekar's practice location on file with NPPES is 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242-1009.
- What is Poorani Sekar's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Poorani Sekar is (319) 356-7740.
- Does Poorani Sekar accept Medicare?
- Poorani Sekar is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Poorani Sekar's NPI active?
- Yes — Poorani Sekar's NPI (1740441807) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-09-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.