Kenneth Benjamin, MD
NPI 1245344928 · Internal Medicine Physician · Cordele, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kenneth Benjamin, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Cordele, GA (NPI 1245344928).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245344928
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 042527 (GA)
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 tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
458 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Department Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making99284 | 114 | $116 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 111 | $8 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 85 | $165 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 57 | $68 |
| Emergency Department Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making99283 | 39 | $68 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 50 Minutes Or More99306 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 53 | 51 |
| Cefuroxime Axetilbrand: Cefuroxime | 46 | 45 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 29 | 27 |
| Prednisone | 26 | 24 |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 20 | 20 |
| Cephalexin | 18 | 18 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 18 | 18 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-18
- Last updated
- 2023-12-29
- Certified
- 2023-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kenneth Benjamin's NPI number?
- Kenneth Benjamin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245344928, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kenneth Benjamin's specialty?
- Kenneth Benjamin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kenneth Benjamin located?
- Kenneth Benjamin's practice location on file with NPPES is 902 N 7th St, Cordele, GA 31015-3234.
- What is Kenneth Benjamin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kenneth Benjamin is (229) 276-3325.
- Does Kenneth Benjamin accept Medicare?
- Kenneth Benjamin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kenneth Benjamin's NPI active?
- Yes — Kenneth Benjamin's NPI (1245344928) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.