Benjamin Umbel, DO
NPI 1194266965 · Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician · Morganton, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Umbel, DO is a Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician provider in Morganton, NC (NPI 1194266965).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194266965
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- DO
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2022-03073 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
4 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
805 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 | 262 | $120 |
| X-Ray of Foot, Minimum of 3 Views73630 | 255 | $31 |
| X-Ray of Ankle, Minimum of 3 Views73610 | 129 | $33 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 76 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 47 | $156 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 25 | $34 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Meloxicam | 143 | 101 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 101 | 75 |
| Methylprednisolone | 41 | 40 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 39 | 37 |
| Cephalexin | 36 | 24 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 19 | 17 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 19 | 13 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$14,784 across 20 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
Additional practice locations (3)
- 160 River Bend Dr Ste CGranite Falls, NC 28630-9371Phone: (828) 572-7305Fax: (828) 330-0950
- 841 Malcolm BlvdRutherford Colelge, NC 28671Phone: (828) 874-3379Fax: (828) 874-0833
- 5131 Beacon Hill RdSuite 160Columbus, OH 43228-4442Phone: (614) 544-1837Fax: (614) 544-2816
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2017-03-14
- Last updated
- 2024-09-03
- Certified
- 2024-09-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Umbel's NPI number?
- Benjamin Umbel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194266965, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Umbel's specialty?
- Benjamin Umbel is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Umbel located?
- Benjamin Umbel's practice location on file with NPPES is 503 E Parker Rd, Morganton, NC 28655-5104.
- What is Benjamin Umbel's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Umbel is (828) 437-6500.
- Does Benjamin Umbel accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Umbel is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Umbel's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Umbel's NPI (1194266965) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.