Benjamin Sherman, MD
NPI 1134549074 · Internal Medicine Physician · Bay Minette, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Sherman, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Bay Minette, AL (NPI 1134549074).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1134549074
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 34825 (AL)
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
12 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
2,125 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 | 326 | $71 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 287 | $107 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Level82947 | 261 | $4 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 249 | $15 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 167 | $9 |
| Chronic Care Management Services, First 20 Minutes of Clinical Staff Time Directed By Health Care Professional, Per Calendar Month |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 248 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 858 | 223 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 708 | 197 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 672 | 187 |
| Furosemide | 608 | 164 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 577 | 131 |
| Gabapentin | 478 | 104 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | 445 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$407 across 21 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
- 2014-04-18
- Last updated
- 2017-11-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Sherman's NPI number?
- Benjamin Sherman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134549074, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Sherman's specialty?
- Benjamin Sherman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Sherman located?
- Benjamin Sherman's practice location on file with NPPES is 1903 Hand Ave, Bay Minette, AL 36507-4112.
- What is Benjamin Sherman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Sherman is (251) 937-7970.
- Does Benjamin Sherman accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Sherman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Sherman's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Sherman's NPI (1134549074) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-11-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.