John Benson, MD
NPI 1205816287 · Family Medicine Physician · Mankato, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
John Benson, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Mankato, MN (NPI 1205816287).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1205816287
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 40637 (MN)
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
20 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
7,132 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 1,227 | $8 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 1,138 | $9 |
| Pathology Examination of Tissue Using a Microscope, Intermediate Complexity88305 | 800 | $36 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 431 | $10 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 394 | $124 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 258 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 91 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Simvastatin | 375 | 90 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 278 | 66 |
| Lisinopril | 265 | 79 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 233 | 62 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 186 | 52 |
| Omeprazole | 182 | 46 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 150 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$239 across 12 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
- 2006-01-18
- Last updated
- 2020-07-09
- Certified
- 2020-07-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is John Benson's NPI number?
- John Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1205816287, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is John Benson's specialty?
- John Benson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is John Benson located?
- John Benson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1421 Premiere Dr, Mankato, MN 56001-6076.
- What is John Benson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for John Benson is (507) 625-1811.
- Does John Benson accept Medicare?
- John Benson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is John Benson's NPI active?
- Yes — John Benson's NPI (1205816287) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-07-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.