Paul Otteson, P.A.-C
NPI 1982030987 · Physician Assistant · Grimes, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Otteson, P.A.-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Grimes, IA (NPI 1982030987).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1982030987
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- P.A.-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 13358 (MN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
12 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
4,074 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 2,230 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 676 | $75 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 439 | $49 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 131 | $105 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 129 | $79 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Clobetasol Propionate | 96 | 49 |
| Ketoconazole | 88 | 43 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 53 | 44 |
| Metronidazole | 39 | 23 |
| Spironolactone | 39 | — |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 31 | — |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 26 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$295 across 12 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
- 2013-09-23
- Last updated
- 2025-07-23
- Certified
- 2025-07-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Otteson's NPI number?
- Paul Otteson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982030987, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Otteson's specialty?
- Paul Otteson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Paul Otteson located?
- Paul Otteson's practice location on file with NPPES is 825 Ne Gateway Dr Ste 148, Grimes, IA 50111-1307.
- What is Paul Otteson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Otteson is (515) 875-9766.
- Does Paul Otteson accept Medicare?
- Paul Otteson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Otteson's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Otteson's NPI (1982030987) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-07-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.