Benjamin Kalsmith, MD.
NPI 1902925837 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Pgh, PA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Kalsmith, MD. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Pgh, PA (NPI 1902925837).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1902925837
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD447964 (PA)
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
19 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
3,664 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 763 | $14 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 669 | $124 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 587 | $76 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 315 | $8 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 179 | $167 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 94 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 1,627 | 359 |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfatebrand: Clopidogrel | 1,295 | 293 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 1,213 | 345 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | 997 | 265 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 783 | 215 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 766 | 228 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$278,513 across 459 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
- 2007-03-29
- Last updated
- 2014-07-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Kalsmith's NPI number?
- Benjamin Kalsmith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1902925837, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Kalsmith's specialty?
- Benjamin Kalsmith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Kalsmith located?
- Benjamin Kalsmith's practice location on file with NPPES is 5750 Centre Ave, Pgh, PA 15206.
- What is Benjamin Kalsmith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Kalsmith is (412) 924-1100.
- Does Benjamin Kalsmith accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Kalsmith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Kalsmith's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Kalsmith's NPI (1902925837) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-07-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.