Benjamin Atkeson, M.D.
NPI 1013915552 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Clayton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Atkeson, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Clayton, NC (NPI 1013915552).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1013915552
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9701232 (NC)
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 tenure25% of score
21 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
6,673 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,519 | $119 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 662 | $99 |
| Anticoagulant Management of Patient Taking Warfarin93793 | 384 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 341 | $85 |
| Blood Test, Clotting Time85610 | 310 | $4 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 92 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 2,143 | 421 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 1,342 | 428 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 1,158 | 380 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 999 | 275 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 966 | 300 |
| Spironolactone | 769 | 222 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$389 across 21 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
- 2005-07-08
- Last updated
- 2025-05-09
- Certified
- 2025-05-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Atkeson's NPI number?
- Benjamin Atkeson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013915552, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Atkeson's specialty?
- Benjamin Atkeson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Atkeson located?
- Benjamin Atkeson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2076 Veterans Pkwy Ste 100, Clayton, NC 27520-5303.
- What is Benjamin Atkeson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Atkeson is (919) 359-0322.
- Does Benjamin Atkeson accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Atkeson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Atkeson's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Atkeson's NPI (1013915552) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-05-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.