Benjamin Coulter, M.D.
NPI 1174782205 · Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician · Wilson, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pathology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Coulter, M.D. is a Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician provider in Wilson, NC (NPI 1174782205).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174782205
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- LL30873 (SC)
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
18 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
4,060 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 2,926 | $68 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 294 | $85 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 207 | $35 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Initial Procedure88342 | 134 | $98 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue, Each Additional Procedure88341 | 122 | $26 |
| Special Stained Specimen Slides to Examine Tissue Including Interpretation and Report88313 | 111 | $77 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$17 across 1 record (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
- 2008-06-04
- Last updated
- 2020-06-17
- Certified
- 2020-06-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Coulter's NPI number?
- Benjamin Coulter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174782205, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Coulter's specialty?
- Benjamin Coulter is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Coulter located?
- Benjamin Coulter's practice location on file with NPPES is 2693 Forest Hills Rd Sw, Wilson, NC 27893-8611.
- What is Benjamin Coulter's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Coulter is (252) 234-2841.
- Does Benjamin Coulter accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Coulter is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Coulter's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Coulter's NPI (1174782205) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-06-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.