Andrew Benefield, MD
NPI 1245694116 · Hematology & Oncology Physician · Oxford, MS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hematology/Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Andrew Benefield, MD is a Hematology & Oncology Physician provider in Oxford, MS (NPI 1245694116).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1245694116
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hematology & Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 29852 (MS)
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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,276 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 936 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 691 | $89 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 395 | $60 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 98 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 44 | $76 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 33 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | 73 | 19 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 67 | 44 |
| Anastrozole | 66 | 12 |
| Dexamethasone | 51 | 31 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 49 | — |
| Gabapentin | 49 | 12 |
| Potassium Chloride | 44 | 27 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$3,542 across 190 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 (1)
- Wake Forest Baptist Med Ctr Medical Center BlvdWinston Salem, NC 27157-0001Phone: (336) 716-5222
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2016-04-07
- Last updated
- 2022-06-14
- Certified
- 2022-06-14
Frequently asked questions
- What is Andrew Benefield's NPI number?
- Andrew Benefield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245694116, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Andrew Benefield's specialty?
- Andrew Benefield is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hematology & Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Andrew Benefield located?
- Andrew Benefield's practice location on file with NPPES is 504 Azalea Dr Ste a, Oxford, MS 38655-5397.
- What is Andrew Benefield's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Andrew Benefield is (662) 636-4444.
- Does Andrew Benefield accept Medicare?
- Andrew Benefield is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Andrew Benefield's NPI active?
- Yes — Andrew Benefield's NPI (1245694116) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-06-14.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.