Michael Beninato, MPAS, PA-C
NPI 1043286388 · Surgical Physician Assistant · Slidell, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Beninato, MPAS, PA-C is a Surgical Physician Assistant provider in Slidell, LA (NPI 1043286388).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1043286388
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgical Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- MPAS, PA-C
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PA200009 (LA)
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
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
518 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 | 107 | $70 |
| Electronic Analysis Reprogramming and Refill of Spinal Canal Drug Infusion Pump By Physician62370 | 102 | $71 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 100 | $45 |
| Compounded Drug, Not Otherwise ClassifiedJ7999 | 99 | $56 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 55 | $98 |
| Testing for Presence of Drug, Read By Direct Observation80305 | 40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 88 | 37 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 70 | 36 |
| Meloxicam | 68 | 24 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 63 | 34 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 35 | 13 |
| Methocarbamol | 34 | 14 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 33 | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$588 across 13 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1411 Lindberg DrSlidell, LA 70458-8057Phone: (985) 707-2790
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-02-27
- Last updated
- 2024-06-25
- Certified
- 2024-06-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Beninato's NPI number?
- Michael Beninato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1043286388, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Beninato's specialty?
- Michael Beninato is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgical Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Michael Beninato located?
- Michael Beninato's practice location on file with NPPES is 1375 Corporate Square Dr, Slidell, LA 70458-3147.
- What is Michael Beninato's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Beninato is (985) 377-1884.
- Does Michael Beninato accept Medicare?
- Michael Beninato is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Beninato's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Beninato's NPI (1043286388) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.