Benjamin Kauffman, M.D.
NPI 1245265578 · Ophthalmology Physician · Philadelphia, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Kauffman, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Philadelphia, PA (NPI 1245265578).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245265578
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD429474 (PA)
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
19 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
2,476 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 731 | $94 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 402 | $132 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 390 | $42 |
| Measurement of Corneal Curvature and Depth of Eye92136 | 141 | $48 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 128 | $37 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 126 | $116 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 824 | 176 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 527 | 258 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 441 | 233 |
| Ofloxacin | 376 | 230 |
| Timolol Maleate | 194 | 58 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 183 | 52 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 81 | 25 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$71 across 4 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
- 2006-07-12
- Last updated
- 2016-02-23
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Kauffman's NPI number?
- Benjamin Kauffman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245265578, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Kauffman's specialty?
- Benjamin Kauffman is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Kauffman located?
- Benjamin Kauffman's practice location on file with NPPES is 8118 Bustleton Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19152-2803.
- What is Benjamin Kauffman's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Kauffman is (215) 342-8118.
- Does Benjamin Kauffman accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Kauffman is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Kauffman's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Kauffman's NPI (1245265578) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-02-23.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.