Richard Benninger, MD
NPI 1275530909 · Ophthalmology Physician · Grand Rapids, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Richard Benninger, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Grand Rapids, MI (NPI 1275530909).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275530909
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 4301030073 (MI)
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
623 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 Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 165 | $117 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 101 | $83 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 94 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 76 | $123 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 71 | $38 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 47 | $59 |
| Photography of the Retina |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 401 | 123 |
| Cyclosporinebrand: Restasis | 192 | 123 |
| Timolol Maleate | 176 | 65 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 140 | 42 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 84 | 26 |
| Bimatoprost | 50 | 18 |
| Cyclosporine | 48 | 33 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,459 across 61 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
- 2005-07-07
- Last updated
- 2018-10-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Richard Benninger's NPI number?
- Richard Benninger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275530909, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Richard Benninger's specialty?
- Richard Benninger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Richard Benninger located?
- Richard Benninger's practice location on file with NPPES is 833 Michigan St Ne, Grand Rapids, MI 49503-3523.
- What is Richard Benninger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Richard Benninger is (616) 459-3713.
- Does Richard Benninger accept Medicare?
- Richard Benninger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Richard Benninger's NPI active?
- Yes — Richard Benninger's NPI (1275530909) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-10-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.