Benjamin Helfand, MD, PHD
NPI 1194462424 · Internal Medicine Physician · Providence, RI
Enrolled with Medicare as Order and Referring Only - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Helfand, MD, PHD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Providence, RI (NPI 1194462424).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1194462424
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD, PHD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- CLP05525 (RI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
4 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Losartan Potassium | 49 | 19 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 47 | 14 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 38 | 12 |
| Gabapentin | 31 | — |
| Lisinopril | 26 | — |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 23 | — |
| Finasteride |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2022-05-18
- Last updated
- 2026-05-31
- Certified
- 2026-05-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Helfand's NPI number?
- Benjamin Helfand's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194462424, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Helfand's specialty?
- Benjamin Helfand is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Helfand located?
- Benjamin Helfand's practice location on file with NPPES is 830 Chalkstone Ave, Providence, RI 02908-4734.
- What is Benjamin Helfand's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Helfand is (401) 273-7100.
- Does Benjamin Helfand accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Helfand is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Helfand's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Helfand's NPI (1194462424) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-05-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.