Benjamin Dirkx, D.O.
NPI 1679875389 · Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician · Santa Barbara, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Dirkx, D.O. is a Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician provider in Santa Barbara, CA (NPI 1679875389).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1679875389
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 5101018828 (MI)
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
15 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
3,362 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Needle Measurement of Electrical Activity in Arm Or Leg Muscles, Complete Study95886 | 1,295 | $110 |
| Nerve Conduction, 9-10 Studies95911 | 616 | $239 |
| Continuous Intraoperative Neurophysiology Monitoring, From Outside the Operating Room (remote Or Nearby), Per Patient, (attention Directed Exclusively to One Patient) Each 15 Minutes (list in Addition to Primary Procedure)G0453 | 274 | $34 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 220 | $138 |
| Injection of Anesthetic And/Or Steroid Drug Into Sacral Spine Nerve Root Using Imaging Guidance, Single Level64483 | 147 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Gabapentin | 124 | 46 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 58 | 16 |
| Morphine Sulfatebrand: Morphine Sulfate Er | 41 | — |
| Celecoxib | 30 | 13 |
| Pregabalin | 28 | — |
| Tizanidine Hcl | 26 | — |
| Tramadol Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,444 across 78 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
- 2010-12-01
- Last updated
- 2024-12-16
- Certified
- 2024-12-16
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Dirkx's NPI number?
- Benjamin Dirkx's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679875389, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Dirkx's specialty?
- Benjamin Dirkx is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Dirkx located?
- Benjamin Dirkx's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 E Carrillo St, Santa Barbara, CA 93101-1460.
- What is Benjamin Dirkx's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Dirkx is (805) 563-3307.
- Does Benjamin Dirkx accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Dirkx is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Dirkx's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Dirkx's NPI (1679875389) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-12-16.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.