Benjamin Kerns, PA
NPI 1659388783 · Physician Assistant · Boise, ID
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Physician Assistant · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Kerns, PA is a Physician Assistant provider in Boise, ID (NPI 1659388783).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659388783
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- PA
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- PA-569 (ID)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 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
432 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 110 | $156 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 84 | $40 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 60 | $39 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 44 | $76 |
| Replacement of Thigh Bone and Hip Joint With Prosthesis27130 | 40 | $152 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | 133 | 103 |
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | 69 | 49 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 50 | 42 |
| Pregabalin | 47 | 41 |
| Amoxicillin | 38 | 30 |
| Methylprednisolone | 14 | 14 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 13 | 12 |
| Prednisone |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22,729 across 76 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
- 2006-08-02
- Last updated
- 2011-03-10
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Kerns's NPI number?
- Benjamin Kerns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659388783, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Kerns's specialty?
- Benjamin Kerns is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physician Assistant (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Benjamin Kerns located?
- Benjamin Kerns's practice location on file with NPPES is 703 S Americana Blvd, Boise, ID 83702-5099.
- What is Benjamin Kerns's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Kerns is (208) 323-2600.
- Does Benjamin Kerns accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Kerns is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Kerns's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Kerns's NPI (1659388783) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-03-10.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.