Benjamin Calef, M.D.
NPI 1851730188 · Family Medicine Physician · Wakefield, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Calef, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Wakefield, MA (NPI 1851730188).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1851730188
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 256961 (MA)
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
12 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
2,780 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 | 956 | $86 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 722 | $129 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 392 | $134 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 298 | $15 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 112 | $10 |
| Administration of Influenza Virus VaccineG0008 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 105 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 565 | 225 |
| Lisinopril | 313 | 118 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 245 | 97 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 219 | 71 |
| Simvastatin | 181 | 72 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 169 | 67 |
| Lorazepam | 156 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$96 across 5 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
- 2013-06-20
- Last updated
- 2021-01-20
- Certified
- 2021-01-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Calef's NPI number?
- Benjamin Calef's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851730188, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Calef's specialty?
- Benjamin Calef is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Calef located?
- Benjamin Calef's practice location on file with NPPES is 33 Avon St, Wakefield, MA 01880-2310.
- What is Benjamin Calef's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Calef is (781) 245-0402.
- Does Benjamin Calef accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Calef is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Calef's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Calef's NPI (1851730188) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-01-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.