Benjamin Askins, MD
NPI 1679601330 · Family Medicine Physician · Lexington, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Askins, MD is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Lexington, SC (NPI 1679601330).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679601330
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 28194 (SC)
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
19 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
1,704 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 645 | $119 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 305 | $16 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 268 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 109 | $82 |
| Annual Wellness Visit; Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Initial VisitG0438 | 102 | $153 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent Visit |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 146 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 310 | 79 |
| Lisinopril | 281 | 78 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 258 | 67 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 255 | 70 |
| Omeprazole | 246 | 67 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 221 | 65 |
| Alprazolam |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-03-02
- Last updated
- 2020-10-13
- Certified
- 2020-10-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Askins's NPI number?
- Benjamin Askins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679601330, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Askins's specialty?
- Benjamin Askins is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Askins located?
- Benjamin Askins's practice location on file with NPPES is 2006 Augusta Hwy, Lexington, SC 29072-2208.
- What is Benjamin Askins's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Askins is (803) 785-4747.
- Does Benjamin Askins accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Askins is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Askins's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Askins's NPI (1679601330) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.