Shijo Benjamin, MD
NPI 1891435475 · Nephrology Physician · Providence, RI
Enrolled with Medicare as Order and Referring Only - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Shijo Benjamin, MD is a Nephrology Physician provider in Providence, RI (NPI 1891435475).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1891435475
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure38% of score
4 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness38% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint23% of score
1 documented practice location
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 methodology.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 51 | 19 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 41 | 14 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 35 | 13 |
| Omeprazole | 32 | — |
| Gabapentin | 31 | — |
| Lisinopril | 22 | — |
| Metformin Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2022-03-31
- Last updated
- 2025-06-26
- Certified
- 2025-06-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Shijo Benjamin's NPI number?
- Shijo Benjamin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1891435475, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Shijo Benjamin's specialty?
- Shijo Benjamin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Shijo Benjamin located?
- Shijo Benjamin's practice location on file with NPPES is 593 Eddy St, Providence, RI 02903-4923.
- What is Shijo Benjamin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Shijo Benjamin is (401) 444-5033.
- Does Shijo Benjamin accept Medicare?
- Shijo Benjamin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Shijo Benjamin's NPI active?
- Yes — Shijo Benjamin's NPI (1891435475) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-06-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.