Cedric Benson, M.D.
NPI 1558523142 · Internal Medicine Physician · New London, CT
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cedric Benson, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in New London, CT (NPI 1558523142).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1558523142
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 048089 (CT)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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 tenure25% of score
17 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
956 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 444 | $80 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 273 | $117 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 113 | $116 |
| Critical Care, First 30-74 Minutes99291 | 45 | $216 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 25 Minutes99231 | 42 | $50 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 39 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 64 | 16 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 52 | 21 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 46 | — |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 44 | 19 |
| Lactulose | 34 | — |
| Potassium Chloride | 34 | — |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$52 across 1 record (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
- 2008-06-26
- Last updated
- 2021-12-01
- Certified
- 2021-11-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cedric Benson's NPI number?
- Cedric Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1558523142, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cedric Benson's specialty?
- Cedric Benson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cedric Benson located?
- Cedric Benson's practice location on file with NPPES is 365 Montauk Ave, New London, CT 06320-4769.
- What is Cedric Benson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cedric Benson is (860) 442-0711.
- Does Cedric Benson accept Medicare?
- Cedric Benson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cedric Benson's NPI active?
- Yes — Cedric Benson's NPI (1558523142) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-12-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.