Benjamin Whigham, M.D.
NPI 1396183240 · Ophthalmology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Whigham, M.D. is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1396183240).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1396183240
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 287412 (NY)
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
13 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
848 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 142 | $101 |
| Imaging of Optic Nerve92133 | 130 | $39 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 119 | $141 |
| Established Patient Problem Focused Exam of Visual System92012 | 108 | $99 |
| Exam of Visual Field With Extended Testing92083 | 86 | $71 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 56 | $45 |
| Exam of the Internal Drainage System of Eye |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 336 | 105 |
| Timolol Maleate | 113 | 38 |
| Bimatoprostbrand: Lumigan | 101 | 23 |
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 85 | 26 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 73 | 56 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 49 | 16 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate/Timololbrand: Brimonidine Tartrate-Timolol | 31 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$707 across 22 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
- 2013-06-12
- Last updated
- 2018-07-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Whigham's NPI number?
- Benjamin Whigham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1396183240, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Whigham's specialty?
- Benjamin Whigham is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Whigham located?
- Benjamin Whigham's practice location on file with NPPES is 635 W 165th St, New York, NY 10032.
- What is Benjamin Whigham's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Whigham is (212) 305-9535.
- Does Benjamin Whigham accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Whigham is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Whigham's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Whigham's NPI (1396183240) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2018-07-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.