Benjamin Hicks, M.D.
NPI 1780687707 · Orthopaedic Trauma Physician · Fort Wayne, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Hicks, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Trauma Physician provider in Fort Wayne, IN (NPI 1780687707).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1780687707
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Trauma PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01046509A (IN)
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
21 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
827 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 184 | $84 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 111 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 65 | $117 |
| Imaging Guidance for Procedure, 60 Minutes Or Less76000 | 56 | $14 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 54 | $65 |
| 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'S |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 88 | 61 |
| Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Oxycodone-Acetaminophen | 82 | 37 |
| Methocarbamol | 66 | 31 |
| Meloxicam | 57 | 29 |
| Amoxicillin | 41 | 34 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 38 | 26 |
| Methylprednisolone | 28 | 26 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$13 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-05-23
- Last updated
- 2016-11-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Hicks's NPI number?
- Benjamin Hicks's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1780687707, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Hicks's specialty?
- Benjamin Hicks is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Trauma Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Hicks located?
- Benjamin Hicks's practice location on file with NPPES is 7601 W Jefferson Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46804-4133.
- What is Benjamin Hicks's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Hicks is (260) 436-8686.
- Does Benjamin Hicks accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Hicks is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Hicks's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Hicks's NPI (1780687707) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-11-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.