Nicholas Benson, M.D.
NPI 1710935895 · Pulmonary Disease Physician · St. Paul, MN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pulmonary Disease · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Nicholas Benson, M.D. is a Pulmonary Disease Physician provider in St. Paul, MN (NPI 1710935895).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710935895
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pulmonary Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 45325 (MN)
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 tenure28% of score
20 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
993 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 | 214 | $123 |
| Test to Measure Expiratory Airflow and Volume94010 | 125 | $25 |
| 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 | 78 | $16 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 | 56 | $8 |
| Test to Determine Lung Volumes Using Sensors94726 | 52 | $11 |
| Test to Examine How Well the Lungs Exchange Gases94729 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 39 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone/Umeclidin/Vilanterbrand: Trelegy Ellipta | 471 | 75 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 212 | 86 |
| Prednisone | 197 | 83 |
| Tiotropium Bromidebrand: Spiriva Respimat | 156 | 38 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 122 | 36 |
| Azithromycin | 121 | 36 |
| Mometasone/Formoterol |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-05-04
- Last updated
- 2011-12-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Nicholas Benson's NPI number?
- Nicholas Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710935895, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Nicholas Benson's specialty?
- Nicholas Benson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pulmonary Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Nicholas Benson located?
- Nicholas Benson's practice location on file with NPPES is 401 Phalen Blvd, St. Paul, MN 55130-5302.
- What is Nicholas Benson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Nicholas Benson is (651) 254-7670.
- Does Nicholas Benson accept Medicare?
- Nicholas Benson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Nicholas Benson's NPI active?
- Yes — Nicholas Benson's NPI (1710935895) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.