Hernan Benavides, O.D.
NPI 1053397703 · Optometrist · Eufaula, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Optometry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Hernan Benavides, O.D. is a Optometrist provider in Eufaula, AL (NPI 1053397703).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1053397703
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- OptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
- Credential
- O.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- S-387-TA-013 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Eye and Vision Services 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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
507 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 | 250 | $116 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 71 | $36 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 65 | $32 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 43 | $32 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 34 | $151 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 32 | $56 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 455 | 94 |
| Latanoprostene Bunodbrand: Vyzulta | 210 | 42 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 172 | 30 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 128 | 29 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl | 85 | 22 |
| Levobunolol Hcl | 51 | 14 |
| Brinzolamide/Brimonidine Tartbrand: Simbrinza | 48 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$73 across 3 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
- 2005-12-15
- Last updated
- 2009-07-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Hernan Benavides's NPI number?
- Hernan Benavides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053397703, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Hernan Benavides's specialty?
- Hernan Benavides is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Optometrist (Eye and Vision Services Providers).
- Where is Hernan Benavides located?
- Hernan Benavides's practice location on file with NPPES is 138 E Broad St, Eufaula, AL 36027-2024.
- What is Hernan Benavides's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Hernan Benavides is (334) 687-2545.
- Does Hernan Benavides accept Medicare?
- Hernan Benavides is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Hernan Benavides's NPI active?
- Yes — Hernan Benavides's NPI (1053397703) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2009-07-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.