Benjamin Kightlinger, M.D.
NPI 1922361815 · Anesthesiology Physician · Charleston, SC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Anesthesiology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Kightlinger, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Charleston, SC (NPI 1922361815).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1922361815
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- LL34899 (SC)
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 tenure28% of score
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
216 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Esophagus, Stomach, Or Upper Small Bowel Using an Endoscope00731 | 32 | $69 |
| Anesthesia for X-Ray Or Radiation Therapy01922 | 31 | $90 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Large Bowel Using an Endoscope00811 | 21 | $61 |
| Anesthesia for Other Procedure on Upper Abdomen00790 | 19 | $155 |
| Anesthesia for Procedure on Upper 2/3rd of Thigh Bone01230 | 15 | $119 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Arm Nerve Bundle (brachial Plexus)64415 | 15 | $66 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-06-17
- Last updated
- 2016-06-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Kightlinger's NPI number?
- Benjamin Kightlinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1922361815, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Kightlinger's specialty?
- Benjamin Kightlinger is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Kightlinger located?
- Benjamin Kightlinger's practice location on file with NPPES is 171 Ashley Ave, Charleston, SC 29425-8908.
- What is Benjamin Kightlinger's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Kightlinger is (843) 792-1414.
- Does Benjamin Kightlinger accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Kightlinger is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Kightlinger's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Kightlinger's NPI (1922361815) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-06-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.