BENJAMIN JOHN ARMSTRONG CRNA
NPI 1174845564
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered in Spencer, IA

Active since February 25, 2010Accepts Medicare Assignment
1200 1ST AVE E, SPENCER, IA 51301(712) 264-6165 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 10, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

About Benjamin John Armstrong Crna NPPES

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

BENJAMIN JOHN ARMSTRONG CRNA (NPI 1174845564) is an individual nurse anesthetist, certified registered in Spencer, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (116492) and active in the NPI registry since February 2010. He is affiliated with Spencer Municipal Hospital and is a graduate of Other (2012).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1174845564
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy367500000X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN JOHN ARMSTRONGCredential: CRNA
Location Address1200 1ST AVE ESpencer, IA 51301-4342
Mailing Address1200 1st Ave ESpencer, IA 51301-4342 · (712) 264-6165
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2012
Enumeration DateFebruary 25, 2010
Last NPPES UpdateApril 10, 2012
NPI 1174845564 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

Primary SpecialtyNurse Anesthetist, Certified RegisteredPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code367500000X
License Licensed in IA · 116492
Definition

(1) A licensed registered nurse with advanced specialty education in anesthesia who, in collaboration with appropriate health care professionals, provides preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative care to patients and assists in management and resuscitation of critical patients in intensive care, coronary care, and emergency situations. Nurse anesthetists are certified following successful completion of credentials and state licensure review and a national examination directed by the Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists. (2) A registered nurse who is qualified by special training to administer anesthesia in collaboration with a physician or dentist and who can assist in the care of patients who are in critical condition.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License 116492 (IA)
1200 1ST AVE E, Spencer, IA 51301

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Benjamin John Armstrong Crna is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID8729241591
PECOS Enrollment IDI20120516000040

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 15

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142
Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.
119 services112 patients
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement 76942
Ultrasonic guidance for needle placement is a technique where sound waves create images that help accurately position the needle during procedures. This method ensures precision, minimizes discomfort, and increases safety.
49 services49 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into other nerve or branch 64450
This procedure involves injecting an anesthetic agent or steroid into a specific nerve or its branch. The goal is to relieve pain by reducing inflammation and numbing the area. It is commonly used for chronic pain management. The process is safe and usually quick.
32 services29 patients
Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve 64447
This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.
26 services26 patients
Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910
Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.
21 services21 patients
Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402
Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.
21 services21 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Spencer Municipal Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Spencer, IA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number160112
Location1200 1st Avenue EastSpencer, IA 51301 · Clay County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Pocahontas Community Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Pocahontas, IA
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161305
Location606 N W 7th StreetPocahontas, IA 50574 · Pocahontas County
Emergency services

Kossuth Regional Health Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Algona, IA
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number161353
Location1515 South Phillips StreetAlgona, IA 50511 · Kossuth County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 51301 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
$122.23 typical visit price
range $52.96 – $161.40
Typical copayment $30.55 (range $13.24 – $40.35)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$66.36 typical visit price
range $16.91 – $131.98
Typical copayment $16.59 (range $4.22 – $32.99)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

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.

Clinic/Center (Medical Specialty)
1200 1ST AVE E
SPENCER, IA 51301
Orthopaedic Surgery
1200 1ST AVE E, STE C
SPENCER, IA 51301
Orthopaedic Surgery (Hand Surgery)
1200 1ST AVE E, STE C
SPENCER, IA 51301
Physical Therapist
1200 1ST AVE E, STE C
SPENCER, IA 51301
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
1200 1ST AVE E, SUITE C
SPENCER, IA 51301
Orthopaedic Surgery (Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine)
1200 1ST AVE E, STE C
SPENCER, IA 51301
Dietitian, Registered
1200 1ST AVE E
SPENCER, IA 51301
Dietitian, Registered
1200 1ST AVE E
SPENCER, IA 51301

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1174845564, enumerated as an "individual" on February 25, 2010.

The provider is located at 1200 1ST AVE E SPENCER, IA 51301 and the phone number is (712) 264-6165.

Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered with taxonomy code 367500000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Avera Health Plans and Medica. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Benjamin Armstrong is affiliated with: SPENCER MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL, POCAHONTAS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL and KOSSUTH REGIONAL HEALTH CENTER.