Benedict Idowu, D.O.
NPI 1134177645 · Neurology Physician · Baton Rouge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benedict Idowu, D.O. is a Neurology Physician provider in Baton Rouge, LA (NPI 1134177645).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134177645
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 021809 (LA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
105 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 42 | $115 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 40 | $118 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 23 | $167 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $115–$167 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 26 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levetiracetam | 183 | 29 |
| Gabapentin | 85 | 16 |
| Phenobarbital | 52 | — |
| Lacosamide | 51 | — |
| Oxcarbazepine | 50 | — |
| Divalproex Sodium | 41 | — |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 36 | — |
| Brivaracetam |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-05
- Last updated
- 2023-10-16
- Certified
- 2023-10-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benedict Idowu's NPI number?
- Benedict Idowu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134177645, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benedict Idowu's specialty?
- Benedict Idowu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benedict Idowu located?
- Benedict Idowu's practice location on file with NPPES is 3636 S Sherwood Forest Blvd Ste 650, Baton Rouge, LA 70816-5216.
- What is Benedict Idowu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benedict Idowu is (225) 756-2180.
- Does Benedict Idowu accept Medicare?
- Benedict Idowu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benedict Idowu's NPI active?
- Yes — Benedict Idowu's NPI (1134177645) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.