Ben Gomez, MD
NPI 1578505426 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Cullman, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ben Gomez, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Cullman, AL (NPI 1578505426).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578505426
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 14382 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 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
1,081 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 412 | $82 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 174 | $62 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 1-2 Views73560 | 124 | $29 |
| X-Ray of Shoulder, Minimum of 2 Views73030 | 82 | $30 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 64 | $100 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 63 | $40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 8 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 143 | 83 |
| Meloxicam | 103 | 34 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 52 | 28 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 33 | 15 |
| Gabapentin | 27 | — |
| Methocarbamol | 22 | 12 |
| Diclofenac Sodiumbrand: Diclofenac Sodium Er |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-12
- Last updated
- 2007-10-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ben Gomez's NPI number?
- Ben Gomez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578505426, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ben Gomez's specialty?
- Ben Gomez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ben Gomez located?
- Ben Gomez's practice location on file with NPPES is 1942 Al Highway 157, Cullman, AL 35058-0609.
- What is Ben Gomez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ben Gomez is (256) 737-5115.
- Does Ben Gomez accept Medicare?
- Ben Gomez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ben Gomez's NPI active?
- Yes — Ben Gomez's NPI (1578505426) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-10-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.