CHRISTOPHER J BENSON MD FACP
NPI 1225026859
Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease in Iowa City, IA

Q: What is Christopher Benson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Benson is 1225026859. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 7, 2005.

Q: What is Christopher Benson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Active since October 07, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

200 HAWKINS DR, IOWA CITY, IA 52242(319) 356-7031(319) 353-6343 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 28, 2007. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 23, 2026.

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About Christopher J Benson Md Facp NPPES

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

CHRISTOPHER J BENSON MD FACP (NPI 1225026859) is an individual cardiovascular disease provider in Iowa City, Iowa, licensed in Iowa (33180) and active in the NPI registry since October 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (1991).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225026859

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207RC0000X

Provider Legal NameCHRISTOPHER J BENSONCredential: MD FACP

Location Address200 HAWKINS DRIowa City, IA 52242-1009

Mailing Address200 Hawkins DrIowa City, IA 52242-1009 · (319) 356-7031 · Fax (319) 353-6343

Phone(319) 356-7031

Fax(319) 353-6343

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 1991

Enumeration DateOctober 7, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 28, 2007

✔ NPI 1225026859 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Cardiovascular DiseaseAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207RC0000X

License✔ Licensed in IA · 33180

Definition

An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 33180 (IA)

200 HAWKINS DR, Iowa City, IA 52242

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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare PIN13408IA

Medicaid0201897IA

Other13408IA · Wellmark Bcbs

Medicare UPINH09717

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Medica, Sanford Health Plan.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

Christopher J Benson Md Facp 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 ID7416099502

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100128000074

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 7

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.

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

194 services167 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

128 services64 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.

123 services111 patients

Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

66 services65 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

31 services31 patients

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.

23 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics

Acute Care Hospitals · Iowa City, IA

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - State

CMS Certification Number160058

Location200 Hawkins DriveIowa City, IA 52242 · Johnson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 52242 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.

SANGIL LEE M.D.

Emergency Medicine

200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Johnson County (319) 356-2233

RAMI G. EL ABIAD M.D.

Internal Medicine (Gastroenterology)

200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Johnson County (319) 356-4901

GRERK SUTAMTEWAGUL MD

Internal Medicine (Hematology & Oncology)

200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF INTERNAL MEDICINE
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Johnson County (319) 356-1616

DR. KALEB TANNER VEIT D.O.

Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)

200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Johnson County (319) 356-2320

OMAR JABER M.D

Chronic Disease Hospital

200 HAWKINS DR
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Johnson County (319) 471-8958

JENNIFER MANCUSO MS, CGC

Genetic Counselor, MS

200 HAWKINS DR, 31663 PFP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Johnson County (319) 384-7983

ASHLEY KAISER M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

200 HAWKINS DR, DEPT OF OBGYN
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Johnson County (319) 356-2294

MRS. NANCY JANE MILLICE

Health Educator

200 HAWKINS DR, 0733 JPP
IOWA CITY, IA 52242

Johnson County (319) 356-3825

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 Christopher Benson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Benson is 1225026859. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 7, 2005.

Where is Christopher Benson located?

Christopher Benson practices at 200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, IA 52242. The listed phone number is (319) 356-7031.

What is Christopher Benson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Cardiovascular Disease, with taxonomy code 207RC0000X.

Is Christopher Benson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Benson 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 Christopher Benson accept?

Health plans from Medica and Sanford Health Plan list Christopher Benson 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 Christopher Benson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Benson is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Benson was last updated on November 28, 2007. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.