Thomas Benda, M.D.
NPI 1003897554 · Otolaryngology Physician · Dubuque, IA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Benda, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Dubuque, IA (NPI 1003897554).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1003897554
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29238 (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
20 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
737 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 182 | $83 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 89 | $52 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 83 | $102 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 79 | $169 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 77 | $116 |
| Exam of Ear Using a Microscope92504 | 58 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 27 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 365 | 103 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 209 | 48 |
| Omeprazole | 61 | — |
| Montelukast Sodium | 51 | 14 |
| Ofloxacin | 42 | 33 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 37 | 29 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 36 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$98 across 4 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
- 2005-11-10
- Last updated
- 2019-07-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Benda's NPI number?
- Thomas Benda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1003897554, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Benda's specialty?
- Thomas Benda is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Benda located?
- Thomas Benda's practice location on file with NPPES is 535 Cedar Cross Road, Dubuque, IA 52003-7704.
- What is Thomas Benda's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Benda is (563) 588-0506.
- Does Thomas Benda accept Medicare?
- Thomas Benda is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Benda's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Benda's NPI (1003897554) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2019-07-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.