Benjamin Skoch, D.O.
NPI 1447664396 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Kansas City, KS
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Care · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Skoch, D.O. is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in Kansas City, KS (NPI 1447664396).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447664396
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2014019003 (MO)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
12 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
586 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 103 | $102 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 99 | $16 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 94 | $113 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 68 | $75 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 56 | $165 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 74 | 33 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 54 | 11 |
| Buprenorphine | 52 | 16 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 46 | 14 |
| Gabapentin | 44 | 19 |
| Fentanyl | 39 | 12 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2014-06-19
- Last updated
- 2023-12-06
- Certified
- 2023-12-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Skoch's NPI number?
- Benjamin Skoch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447664396, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Skoch's specialty?
- Benjamin Skoch is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Skoch located?
- Benjamin Skoch's practice location on file with NPPES is 4000 Cambridge St # Ms 1020, Kansas City, KS 66160-1150.
- What is Benjamin Skoch's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Skoch is (913) 588-3807.
- Does Benjamin Skoch accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Skoch is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Skoch's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Skoch's NPI (1447664396) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-12-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.