Ben Behnam, M.D.
NPI 1720278534 · Specialist · Los Angeles, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Ben Behnam, M.D. is a Specialist provider in Los Angeles, CA (NPI 1720278534).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720278534
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- SpecialistOther Service Providers
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A95319 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Other Service Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
18 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
7,792 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 3,656 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,169 | $102 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 465 | $108 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 457 | $62 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 15 Or More Growths17004 | 425 | $190 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Minoxidil | 235 | 58 |
| Finasteride | 179 | 70 |
| Ketoconazole | 130 | 61 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 118 | 73 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 110 | 77 |
| Fluocinonide | 108 | 59 |
| Mupirocin | 48 | 38 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 40 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,395 across 40 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
- 2007-07-27
- Last updated
- 2024-11-02
- Certified
- 2024-11-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Ben Behnam's NPI number?
- Ben Behnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720278534, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Ben Behnam's specialty?
- Ben Behnam is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Specialist (Other Service Providers).
- Where is Ben Behnam located?
- Ben Behnam's practice location on file with NPPES is 11669 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 110, Los Angeles, CA 90025-2929.
- What is Ben Behnam's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Ben Behnam is (310) 315-4989.
- Does Ben Behnam accept Medicare?
- Ben Behnam is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Ben Behnam's NPI active?
- Yes — Ben Behnam's NPI (1720278534) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-11-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.