DR. BENJAMIN J KESSLER DO
NPI 1053361402
Emergency Medicine in Hilton Head Island, SC

Active since May 10, 2006PECOS Enrolled
98.33/100
CMS Quality Rating
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD, HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29926(843) 689-8141(843) 689-8112 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 10, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Benjamin J Kessler Do NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. BENJAMIN J KESSLER DO (NPI 1053361402) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina, licensed in Georgia (45851) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053361402
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENJAMIN J KESSLERCredential: DO
Location Address25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVDHilton Head Island, SC 29926-2738
Mailing Address25 Hospital Center BlvdHilton Head Island, SC 29926-2738 · (843) 689-8141 · Fax (843) 689-8112
Fax(843) 689-8112
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateMay 10, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 10, 2017
NPI 1053361402 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in GA · 45851
Definition

An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 600 (SC)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926

Other Identifiers 1

Medicare UPING85434SC

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Dr. Benjamin J Kessler Do is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
163 services153 patients
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
98 services93 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
60 services58 patients
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making 99282
An emergency department visit for a mild to moderate issue is when you seek immediate medical attention for a non-life-threatening condition. This could include minor injuries, moderate pain, or illnesses like the flu. During the visit, healthcare professionals assess your condition, provide treatment, and may recommend follow-up care.
12 services11 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29926 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$83.18 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $23.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

98.33/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality82.93
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD
HILTON HEAD, SC 29926
Pathology (Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29926
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD, SUITE 105
HILTON HEAD, SC 29926
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29926
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29926
Dentist (General Practice)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD, MEDICAL PAVILION STE. 102
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29926
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD, RADIOLOGY DEPARTMENT
HILTON HEAD, SC 29926
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)
25 HOSPITAL CENTER BLVD, SUITE 306
HILTON HEAD ISLAND, SC 29926

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Benjamin Kessler's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Kessler is 1053361402. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 10, 2006.

Where is Benjamin Kessler located?

Benjamin Kessler practices at 25 Hospital Center Blvd, Hilton Head Island, SC 29926. The listed phone number is (843) 689-8141.

What is Benjamin Kessler's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Benjamin Kessler enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Kessler is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Kessler was last updated on March 10, 2017. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.