Benjamin Gilbert, MD
NPI 1811930118 · Ophthalmology Physician · Chico, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Gilbert, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Chico, CA (NPI 1811930118).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1811930118
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G85718 (CA)
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
20 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
4,981 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 1,241 | $136 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 796 | $97 |
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 478 | $43 |
| Microfluid Analysis of Tears83861 | 348 | $22 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 330 | $135 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 241 | $40 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | 322 | 104 |
| Fluorometholone | 286 | 161 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 272 | 150 |
| Erythromycin Basebrand: Erythromycin | 189 | 126 |
| Timolol Maleate | 133 | 36 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 70 | 36 |
| Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexamethabrand: Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth | 68 | 55 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$648 across 18 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
- 2006-06-14
- Last updated
- 2023-07-25
- Certified
- 2022-12-21
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Gilbert's NPI number?
- Benjamin Gilbert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811930118, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Gilbert's specialty?
- Benjamin Gilbert is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Gilbert located?
- Benjamin Gilbert's practice location on file with NPPES is 3401 Esplanade, Chico, CA 95973-0207.
- What is Benjamin Gilbert's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Gilbert is (530) 895-1727.
- Does Benjamin Gilbert accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Gilbert is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Gilbert's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Gilbert's NPI (1811930118) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-07-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.