Karen Benik, M.D.
NPI 1447226386 · Dermatology Physician · Lake Forest, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Podiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Karen Benik, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Lake Forest, CA (NPI 1447226386).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447226386
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G60765 (CA)
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
20 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
3,480 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 | 1,003 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 380 | $62 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 264 | $48 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 244 | $123 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 227 | $208 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 92 | 72 |
| Mupirocin | 67 | 49 |
| Ketoconazole | 64 | 35 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 35 | 33 |
| Metronidazole | 29 | 11 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 29 | 12 |
| Hydrocortisone | 18 | 16 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 17 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,301 across 64 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
- 2006-02-28
- Last updated
- 2020-10-06
- Certified
- 2020-10-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Karen Benik's NPI number?
- Karen Benik's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447226386, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Karen Benik's specialty?
- Karen Benik is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Karen Benik located?
- Karen Benik's practice location on file with NPPES is 23832 Rockfield Blvd Ste 210, Lake Forest, CA 92630-2876.
- What is Karen Benik's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Karen Benik is (949) 770-8115.
- Does Karen Benik accept Medicare?
- Karen Benik is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Karen Benik's NPI active?
- Yes — Karen Benik's NPI (1447226386) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.