DR. BENTON CLAY PARKER M.D.
NPI 1215041116
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in Jackson, MS

Active since August 18, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.49/100
CMS Quality Rating
969 LAKELAND DR, JACKSON, MS 39216(877) 406-2916(601) 682-7909 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 9, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Benton Clay Parker M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BENTON CLAY PARKER M.D. (NPI 1215041116) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in Jackson, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (11067) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, and is a graduate of University Of Mississippi School Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1215041116
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENTON CLAY PARKERCredential: M.D.
Location Address969 LAKELAND DRJackson, MS 39216-4606
Mailing AddressPo Box 55769Jackson, MS 39296-5769 · (601) 200-6162
Fax(601) 682-7909
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Mississippi School Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateAugust 18, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 9, 2017
NPI 1215041116 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2085R0202X
License Licensed in MS · 11067
Definition
A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.
969 LAKELAND DR, Jackson, MS 39216

Other Identifiers 3

Medicaid00113500MS
Other1861428351Group Medicare Npi
OtherC00475Group Medicare Upin

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

Dr. Benton Clay Parker M.d. 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 ID5496851784
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070502000693
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 94

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.

X-ray of chest, 1 view 71045
A chest X-ray, 1 view, is a quick, painless test that produces images of the structures within your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. It helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer. You'll stand in front of a machine that emits X-rays, which pass through your body to create the image.
2,392 services1,863 patients
Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450
A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.
568 services544 patients
X-ray of chest, 2 views 71046
A chest X-ray, 2 views, is a quick, painless test that creates pictures of the structures inside your chest, such as your heart, lungs, and blood vessels. Two different angles are used to get a comprehensive view. This helps in diagnosing conditions like pneumonia, heart problems, or lung cancer.
527 services515 patients
X-ray of abdomen, 1 view 74018
An X-ray of the abdomen, 1 view, is a quick and painless imaging test. It uses a small amount of radiation to produce images of the structures in your abdomen, such as the stomach, liver, and intestines. This can help identify issues like blockages, infections, or injuries.
343 services303 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis with contrast 74177
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis with contrast is an imaging procedure. A special dye, called contrast, is used to make certain areas more visible. This can help identify issues such as infections, tumors, or other abnormalities. The procedure is painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
331 services324 patients
Ct scan of abdomen and pelvis without contrast 74176
A CT scan of the abdomen and pelvis is a non-invasive medical test. It uses special X-ray equipment to create detailed images of your abdominal and pelvic areas. This helps doctors examine organs, tissues, and vessels. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.
289 services283 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Merit Health River Region

Acute Care Hospitals · Vicksburg, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250031
Location2100 Hwy 61 NVicksburg, MS 39183 · Warren County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, MS
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number250048
Location969 Lakeland DrJackson, MS 39216 · Hinds County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Southwest Ms Regional Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Mccomb, MS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number250097
Location215 Marion Av Box 1307Mccomb, MS 39649 · Pike County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Merit Health River Oaks

Acute Care Hospitals · Flowood, MS
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number250138
Location1030 River Oaks DriveFlowood, MS 39232 · Rankin County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

S E Lackey Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Forest, MS
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number251300
Location330 N Broad StreetForest, MS 39074 · Scott County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39216 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
$80.50 typical visit price
range $51.65 – $159.18
Typical copayment $20.12 (range $12.91 – $39.79)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$64.96 typical visit price
range $16.15 – $129.61
Typical copayment $16.24 (range $4.03 – $32.40)
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.

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.

86.49/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality100
Improvement Activities40
Cost51.89

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.

Internal Medicine
969 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39216
Pharmacy (Institutional Pharmacy)
969 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Practitioner
969 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
969 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
969 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
969 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39216
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
969 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39216
Emergency Medicine
969 LAKELAND DR
JACKSON, MS 39216

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 Benton Parker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benton Parker is 1215041116. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 18, 2006.

Where is Benton Parker located?

Benton Parker practices at 969 Lakeland Dr, Jackson, MS 39216. The listed phone number is (877) 406-2916.

What is Benton Parker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Benton Parker enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benton Parker 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 Benton Parker accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of Tennessee and 2 other insurers list Benton Parker 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 Benton Parker affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benton Parker is affiliated with Merit Health River Region, St Dominic-Jackson Memorial Hospital, Southwest Ms Regional Medical Center, Merit Health River Oaks and S E Lackey Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benton Parker was last updated on February 9, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.