Kristen Benninger, M.D.
NPI 1770960072 · Family Medicine Physician · Smithfield, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Kristen Benninger, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Smithfield, NC (NPI 1770960072).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770960072
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2018-00906 (NC)
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 tenure25% of score
11 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
697 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 231 | $15 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 201 | $120 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 79 | $84 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 56 | $121 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 | 29 | $30 |
| Admn Sarscov2 Vacc 1 Dose |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 48 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 105 | 41 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 93 | 33 |
| Losartan Potassium | 78 | 27 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 56 | 24 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 52 | 27 |
| Lisinopril | 47 | 16 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$47 across 1 record (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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 590 Manning DrUnc Som Dept of Family MedicineChapel Hill, NC 27599-7595Phone: (919) 966-3456Fax: (919) 966-6125
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-05-06
- Last updated
- 2021-03-25
- Certified
- 2021-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Kristen Benninger's NPI number?
- Kristen Benninger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770960072, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Kristen Benninger's specialty?
- Kristen Benninger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Kristen Benninger located?
- Kristen Benninger's practice location on file with NPPES is 509 N Brightleaf Blvd, Smithfield, NC 27577-4407.
- What is Kristen Benninger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Kristen Benninger is (919) 938-7189.
- Does Kristen Benninger accept Medicare?
- Kristen Benninger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Kristen Benninger's NPI active?
- Yes — Kristen Benninger's NPI (1770960072) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.