Benjamin Hogg, M.D.
NPI 1679777189 · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Natchitoches, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Diagnostic Radiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Hogg, M.D. is a Diagnostic Radiology Physician provider in Natchitoches, LA (NPI 1679777189).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679777189
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Diagnostic Radiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 027078 (LA)
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
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
5,655 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Chest, 2 Views71046 | 634 | $10 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 579 | $8 |
| Dxa Bone Density Measurement of Hip, Pelvis, Spine77080 | 537 | $9 |
| Screening Mammography77067 | 405 | $34 |
| Screening 3d Breast Mammography77063 | 403 | $26 |
| Ct Scan of Chest Without Contrast71250 | 198 | $48 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$82 across 5 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
- 2007-06-11
- Last updated
- 2011-05-09
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Hogg's NPI number?
- Benjamin Hogg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679777189, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Hogg's specialty?
- Benjamin Hogg is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Diagnostic Radiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Hogg located?
- Benjamin Hogg's practice location on file with NPPES is 819 Whitfield Dr, Natchitoches, LA 71457-6134.
- What is Benjamin Hogg's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Hogg is (318) 214-4546.
- Does Benjamin Hogg accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Hogg is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Hogg's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Hogg's NPI (1679777189) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-05-09.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.