Nicholas Benner, D.O.
NPI 1316268618 · Dermatology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Benner, D.O. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1316268618).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316268618
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,971 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 1,826 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 733 | $85 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 598 | $49 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 473 | $88 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, Each Additional Growth11103 | 215 | $46 |
| 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 · 38 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 162 | 111 |
| Ketoconazole | 156 | 78 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 142 | 66 |
| Dutasteride | 106 | 34 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | 92 | 49 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 90 | 60 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 77 | 11 |
| Dupilumab |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$46,271 across 245 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
- 2010-06-21
- Last updated
- 2017-06-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Benner's NPI number?
- Nicholas Benner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316268618, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Benner's specialty?
- Nicholas Benner is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Benner located?
- Nicholas Benner's practice location on file with NPPES is 3555 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, OH 43214-3912.
- What is Nicholas Benner's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Benner is (614) 268-2748.
- Does Nicholas Benner accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Benner is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Benner's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Benner's NPI (1316268618) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-06-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.