Benjamin King, MD
NPI 1871937870 · Ophthalmology Physician · Memphis, TN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Ophthalmology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin King, MD is a Ophthalmology Physician provider in Memphis, TN (NPI 1871937870).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1871937870
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Ophthalmology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MD-45039 (IA)
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
13 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,600 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Imaging of Retina92134 | 637 | $37 |
| Injection of Drug Into Eye67028 | 291 | $109 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 215 | $83 |
| 2d Ultrasound Scan of Eye Tissue and Structures76512 | 122 | $44 |
| Established Patient Complete Exam of Visual System92014 | 120 | $114 |
| Photography of the Retina92250 | 101 | $31 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Dorzolamide Hcl/Timolol Maleatbrand: Dorzolamide-Timolol | 65 | 30 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | 62 | 40 |
| Latanoprost | 40 | 22 |
| Ketorolac Tromethamine | 35 | 21 |
| Tobramycin/Dexamethasonebrand: Tobramycin-Dexamethasone | 32 | 23 |
| Timolol Maleate | 23 | — |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | 22 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$64 across 3 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 262 Danny Thomas PlMemphis, TN 38105-3678Phone: (901) 595-3300
- 1068 Cresthaven Rd Ste 400Memphis, TN 38119-0845Phone: (901) 448-6650Fax: (901) 302-2486
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2013-04-20
- Last updated
- 2025-02-25
- Certified
- 2025-02-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin King's NPI number?
- Benjamin King's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1871937870, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin King's specialty?
- Benjamin King is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Ophthalmology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin King located?
- Benjamin King's practice location on file with NPPES is 930 Madison Ave Ste 200, Memphis, TN 38103-3452.
- What is Benjamin King's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin King is (901) 448-6650.
- Does Benjamin King accept Medicare?
- Benjamin King is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin King's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin King's NPI (1871937870) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.