Ricarda Benz, M.D.
NPI 1669453254 · Gynecology Physician · Fullerton, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ricarda Benz, M.D. is a Gynecology Physician provider in Fullerton, CA (NPI 1669453254).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669453254
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G87188 (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
1,167 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 515 | $139 |
| Colorectal Cancer Screening; Fecal Occult Blood Test, Immunoassay, 1-3 SimultaneousG0328 | 153 | $18 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 151 | $194 |
| Cervical Or Vaginal Cancer Screening; Pelvic and Clinical Breast ExaminationG0101 | 102 | $42 |
| Screening Papanicolaou Smear; Obtaining, Preparing and Conveyance of Cervical Or Vaginal Smear to LaboratoryQ0091 | 46 | $50 |
| Ultrasound Scan of Uterus, Ovaries, Tubes, Cervix and Pelvic Area Through Vagina76830 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 201 | 59 |
| Estradiolbrand: Estradiol (twice Weekly) | 126 | 35 |
| Estradiol | 115 | 53 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 110 | 30 |
| Progesterone, Micronizedbrand: Progesterone | 110 | 32 |
| Ezetimibe | 102 | 32 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$486 across 22 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
- 2005-11-10
- Last updated
- 2014-01-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ricarda Benz's NPI number?
- Ricarda Benz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669453254, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ricarda Benz's specialty?
- Ricarda Benz is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Ricarda Benz located?
- Ricarda Benz's practice location on file with NPPES is 100 E Valencia Mesa Dr, Fullerton, CA 92835-3813.
- What is Ricarda Benz's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ricarda Benz is (714) 912-2211.
- Does Ricarda Benz accept Medicare?
- Ricarda Benz is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ricarda Benz's NPI active?
- Yes — Ricarda Benz's NPI (1669453254) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-01-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.