Edward Benton, MD
NPI 1669610283 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Waco, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Edward Benton, MD is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Waco, TX (NPI 1669610283).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1669610283
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- P7392 (TX)
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 tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
883 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 | 160 | $121 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 129 | $71 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 124 | $44 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 103 | $45 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 93 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 70 | $87 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 238 | 135 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 84 | 45 |
| Meloxicam | 84 | 73 |
| Amoxicillin | 55 | 37 |
| Cefadroxil | 47 | 45 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 42 | 26 |
| Methocarbamol | 42 | 34 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$71 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 1023 Westwood Hills BlvdTemple, TX 76502-5183Phone: (817) 999-5960
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-02-04
- Last updated
- 2020-08-19
- Certified
- 2020-08-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Edward Benton's NPI number?
- Edward Benton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1669610283, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Edward Benton's specialty?
- Edward Benton is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Edward Benton located?
- Edward Benton's practice location on file with NPPES is 140 Hillcrest Medical Blvd Ste 2, Waco, TX 76712-8897.
- What is Edward Benton's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Edward Benton is (254) 741-1400.
- Does Edward Benton accept Medicare?
- Edward Benton is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Edward Benton's NPI active?
- Yes — Edward Benton's NPI (1669610283) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-08-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.