Benson Huang, M.D.
NPI 1013956176 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · Laredo, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benson Huang, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in Laredo, TX (NPI 1013956176).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1013956176
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J7006 (TX)
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
7,548 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 1,938 | $3 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 1,624 | $75 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,553 | $86 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 394 | $111 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume Changes Before and After Medication Administration94060 | 334 | $37 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume94010 | 286 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 119 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 1,769 | 450 |
| Famotidine | 1,074 | 314 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 993 | 357 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 976 | 281 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 899 | 277 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 721 | 312 |
| Budesonide/Glycopyr/Formoterol |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,178 across 65 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
- 2006-06-05
- Last updated
- 2014-05-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benson Huang's NPI number?
- Benson Huang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013956176, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benson Huang's specialty?
- Benson Huang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benson Huang located?
- Benson Huang's practice location on file with NPPES is 1710 E Saunders St, Laredo, TX 78041-5443.
- What is Benson Huang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benson Huang is (956) 794-8880.
- Does Benson Huang accept Medicare?
- Benson Huang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benson Huang's NPI active?
- Yes — Benson Huang's NPI (1013956176) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-05-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.