ELENITA S BENITEZPENUELAS AGPCNP
NPI 1194258251
Nurse Practitioner - Gerontology in Killeen, TX

Q: What is Elenita Benitezpenuelas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elenita Benitezpenuelas is 1194258251. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2017.

Q: What is Elenita Benitezpenuelas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Gerontology, with taxonomy code 363LG0600X.

Active since April 06, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

2301 CLEAR CREEK RD STE 226, KILLEEN, TX 76549(254) 741-6641(254) 537-4693 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 18, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 18, 2022, Apr 10, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Elenita S Benitezpenuelas Agpcnp NPPES

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

ELENITA S BENITEZPENUELAS AGPCNP (NPI 1194258251) is an individual gerontology provider in Killeen, Texas, licensed in Texas (AP133616) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, and is a graduate of Other (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1194258251

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363LG0600X

Provider Legal NameELENITA S BENITEZPENUELASCredential: AGPCNP

Location Address2301 CLEAR CREEK RD STE 226Killeen, TX 76549-4119

Mailing Address101 W Louis Henna Blvd Ste 300Austin, TX 78728-1203 · (512) 244-4272

Phone(254) 741-6641

Fax(254) 537-4693

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateApril 6, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJuly 18, 20222 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJuly 18, 2022

✔ NPI 1194258251 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse Practitioner · GerontologyPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363LG0600X

License✔ Licensed in TX · AP133616

2301 CLEAR CREEK RD STE 226, Killeen, TX 76549

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Elenita S Benitezpenuelas Agpcnp 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 ID749567311

PECOS Enrollment IDI20170509000288

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 11

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.

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

453 services65 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

311 services174 patients

Hyaluronan or derivative, hyalgan, supartz or visco-3, for intra-articular injection, per dose J7321

Hyaluronan or derivatives like Hyalgan, Supartz, or Visco-3, are used in intra-articular injections for joint pain relief. They help by improving joint lubrication, reducing inflammation, and promoting tissue healing. Each dose is administered directly into the joint space.

143 services22 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.

111 services29 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

63 services55 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.

46 services37 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple

Acute Care Hospitals · Temple, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450054

Location2401 S 31st StTemple, TX 76508 · Bell County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Central Texas

Acute Care Hospitals · Killeen, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number450152

Location2201 S Clear Creek RoadKilleen, TX 76542 · Bell County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Adventhealth Rollins Brook

Critical Access Hospitals · Lampasas, TX

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number451323

Location608 North Key AvenueLampasas, TX 76550 · Lampasas County

Emergency services

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights

Acute Care Hospitals · Harker Heights, TX

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number670080

Location850 W Central Texas ExpresswayHarker Heights, TX 76548 · Bell County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 76549 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

$84.92 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $21.23 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy

The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period

50%123 patients2/55-star benchmark: 99%

Documentation of Current Medications in the Medical Record

Percentage of visits for patients aged 18 years and older for which the eligible professional or eligible clinician attests to documenting a list of current medications using all immediate resources available on the date of the encounter.

32%7,771 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Use of High-Risk Medications in the Elderly

Percentage of patients 65 years of age and older who were ordered high-risk medications. Two rates are submitted. 1) Percentage of patients who were ordered at least one high-risk medication.

Lower rates are better for this measure.

Patients 2+: 2% · 891 patients

9%891 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Power wheelchair, group 2 standard, captains chair, patient weight capacity up to and including 300 pounds K0823

DME-Wheelchairs · category DD009N

1 supplier11 claims11 services$126.94 avg. paid by Medicare

Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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 Elenita Benitezpenuelas's NPI number?

The NPI number for Elenita Benitezpenuelas is 1194258251. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2017.

Where is Elenita Benitezpenuelas located?

Elenita Benitezpenuelas practices at 2301 Clear Creek Rd Ste 226, Killeen, TX 76549. The listed phone number is (254) 741-6641.

What is Elenita Benitezpenuelas's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner, specializing in Gerontology, with taxonomy code 363LG0600X.

Is Elenita Benitezpenuelas enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Elenita Benitezpenuelas is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Elenita Benitezpenuelas accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Superior HealthPlan and Ambetter of Oklahoma and 4 other insurers list Elenita Benitezpenuelas as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Elenita Benitezpenuelas affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Elenita Benitezpenuelas is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Adventhealth Central Texas, Adventhealth Rollins Brook and Seton Medical Center Harker Heights.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Elenita Benitezpenuelas was last updated on July 18, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.