Derek Benz, PA-C
NPI 1033703624 · Physician Assistant · Springfield, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Derek Benz, PA-C is a Physician Assistant provider in Springfield, MO (NPI 1033703624).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1033703624
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2021006539 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
5 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
372 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 | 106 | $101 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 85 | $71 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 74 | $9 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 38 | $55 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 30 | $101 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 60 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 141 | 42 |
| Lisinopril | 116 | 46 |
| Gabapentin | 97 | 39 |
| Losartan Potassium | 87 | 25 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 87 | 32 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 76 | 29 |
| Metoprolol Succinate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,462 across 55 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
- 2021-02-24
- Last updated
- 2025-03-21
- Certified
- 2025-03-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Derek Benz's NPI number?
- Derek Benz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033703624, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Derek Benz's specialty?
- Derek Benz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Derek Benz located?
- Derek Benz's practice location on file with NPPES is 2725 S Crutcher Ave, Springfield, MO 65804-3837.
- What is Derek Benz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Derek Benz is (000) 000-0000.
- Does Derek Benz accept Medicare?
- Derek Benz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Derek Benz's NPI active?
- Yes — Derek Benz's NPI (1033703624) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-03-21.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.