Ernest Behnke, M.D.
NPI 1437324118 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Germantown, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ernest Behnke, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Germantown, TN (NPI 1437324118).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437324118
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 47219 (TN)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
18 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,916 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 565 | $8 |
| Ct Scan Head Or Brain Without Contrast70450 | 175 | $37 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 108 | $10 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 93 | $9 |
| Ct Scan of Abdomen and Pelvis With Contrast74177 | 81 | $80 |
| X-Ray of Abdomen, 1 View74018 | 70 | $8 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Additional practice locations (1)
- 619 19th St SBirmingham, AL 35233-1900Phone: (205) 934-4011
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-04-24
- Last updated
- 2024-11-20
- Certified
- 2024-11-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ernest Behnke's NPI number?
- Ernest Behnke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437324118, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ernest Behnke's specialty?
- Ernest Behnke is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ernest Behnke located?
- Ernest Behnke's practice location on file with NPPES is 7695 Poplar Pike, Germantown, TN 38138-5947.
- What is Ernest Behnke's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ernest Behnke is (901) 685-2696.
- Does Ernest Behnke accept Medicare?
- Ernest Behnke is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ernest Behnke's NPI active?
- Yes — Ernest Behnke's NPI (1437324118) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.