William Benedict, M.D.
NPI 1285778613 · Neurological Surgery Physician · Marietta, GA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurosurgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
William Benedict, M.D. is a Neurological Surgery Physician provider in Marietta, GA (NPI 1285778613).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1285778613
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurological Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 59122 (GA)
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
498 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 271 | $129 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 77 | $170 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 41 | $91 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 32 | $79 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 22 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 84 | 53 |
| Methocarbamol | 40 | 30 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 34 | 34 |
| Meloxicam | 27 | 13 |
| Pregabalin | 21 | — |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 17 | — |
| Levetiracetam | 14 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$195 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
- 2007-02-18
- Last updated
- 2016-09-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is William Benedict's NPI number?
- William Benedict's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1285778613, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is William Benedict's specialty?
- William Benedict is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurological Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is William Benedict located?
- William Benedict's practice location on file with NPPES is 61 Whitcher St Ne, Marietta, GA 30060-1176.
- What is William Benedict's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for William Benedict is (770) 422-2326.
- Does William Benedict accept Medicare?
- William Benedict is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is William Benedict's NPI active?
- Yes — William Benedict's NPI (1285778613) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-09-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.