Benjamin Strong, MD
NPI 1174865174 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Grand Rapids, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Strong, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Grand Rapids, MI (NPI 1174865174).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1174865174
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301117252 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
13 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
555 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 110 | $43 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 87 | $86 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 56 | $43 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 50 | $37 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 41 | $73 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 38 | $53 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 300 | 204 |
| Cefadroxil | 212 | 185 |
| Celecoxib | 208 | 167 |
| Pregabalin | 181 | 151 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 167 | 129 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 165 | 153 |
| Amoxicillin | 117 | 90 |
| Meloxicam |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$62 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
- 2013-03-18
- Last updated
- 2025-04-07
- Certified
- 2025-04-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Strong's NPI number?
- Benjamin Strong's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1174865174, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Strong's specialty?
- Benjamin Strong is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Strong located?
- Benjamin Strong's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 Leffingwell Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49525-6406.
- What is Benjamin Strong's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Strong is (616) 459-7101.
- Does Benjamin Strong accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Strong is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Strong's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Strong's NPI (1174865174) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-04-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.