Sam Benjamin, M.D.
NPI 1437316304 · Medical Oncology Physician · Syracuse, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Medical Oncology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Sam Benjamin, M.D. is a Medical Oncology Physician provider in Syracuse, NY (NPI 1437316304).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437316304
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Medical Oncology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 003896 (NY)
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
18 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
1,095 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 | 450 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 271 | $93 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 100 | $135 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 93 | $139 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 61 | $169 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 12 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Anastrozole | 349 | 76 |
| Prochlorperazine Maleate | 39 | 27 |
| Prednisone | 37 | 21 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 33 | 27 |
| Tamoxifen Citrate | 33 | 15 |
| Abiraterone Acetate | 27 | 11 |
| Exemestane | 22 | 11 |
| Dexamethasone | 19 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$347 across 13 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
- 2008-05-19
- Last updated
- 2013-08-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Sam Benjamin's NPI number?
- Sam Benjamin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437316304, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Sam Benjamin's specialty?
- Sam Benjamin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Medical Oncology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Sam Benjamin located?
- Sam Benjamin's practice location on file with NPPES is 750 E Adams St, Syracuse, NY 13210-2342.
- What is Sam Benjamin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Sam Benjamin is (315) 464-8200.
- Does Sam Benjamin accept Medicare?
- Sam Benjamin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Sam Benjamin's NPI active?
- Yes — Sam Benjamin's NPI (1437316304) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2013-08-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.