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MR. BENJAMIN LAVAR RUCKER JR. MD
NPI 1255435525
Internal Medicine in Augusta, GA

Active since September 08, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1448 LEE BEARD WAY, AUGUSTA, GA 30901(706) 828-7468(706) 724-7566 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 5, 2011. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Mr. Benjamin Lavar Rucker Jr. Md NPPES

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

MR. BENJAMIN LAVAR RUCKER JR. MD (NPI 1255435525) is an individual internal medicine provider in Augusta, Georgia, licensed in Georgia (017877) and active in the NPI registry since September 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1255435525
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMR. BENJAMIN LAVAR RUCKER JR.Credential: MD
Location Address1448 LEE BEARD WAYAugusta, GA 30901-3414
Mailing Address1448 Lee Beard WayAugusta, GA 30901-3414 · (706) 828-7468 · Fax (706) 724-7566
Phone(706) 828-7468
Fax(706) 724-7566
Sole ProprietorNo
Enumeration DateSeptember 8, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 5, 2011
✔ NPI 1255435525 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in GA · 017877
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
1448 LEE BEARD WAY, Augusta, GA 30901
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Other Identifiers 7

Other581476757Commercial
Other010270Bcbs
Medicaid000153139-BGA
Medicare UPIND30663
Other581476757Champus
Other0400527United Healthcare
OtherG17877Sc Medicaid

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 (PECOS)

Mr. Benjamin Lavar Rucker Jr. Md 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 8

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.

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.
287 services103 patients
Blood glucose (sugar) level 82947
A blood glucose level test measures the amount of sugar in your blood. It's often used to monitor and manage conditions like diabetes. High or low levels can indicate a health issue. The test is usually done by pricking your finger for a small blood sample.
81 services43 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
72 services44 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.
65 services49 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
53 services53 patients
Annual depression screening, 5 to 15 minutes G0444
An annual depression screening is a short, routine evaluation to check for signs of depression. It involves answering a series of questions about your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. The process takes about 15 minutes and helps detect depression early for better management.
26 services25 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 30901 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
$124.10 typical visit price
range $53.31 – $164.04
Typical copayment $31.02 (range $13.32 – $41.01)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$94.84 typical visit price
range $16.68 – $133.24
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $4.17 – $33.31)
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

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan
Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…
100%223 patients5/55-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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers12 claims28 services$7.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

MRS. LINDA JOYCE MCGARR APRN, FNP-BC
Registered Nurse
1448 LEE BEARD WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 828-7468
BEULAH GROVE COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
Clinic/Center (Primary Care)
1448 LEE BEARD WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 828-7468
MS. GLADYS JOHNSON - RAMSEY LPC
Counselor (Mental Health)
1448 LEE BEARD WAY
AUGUSTA, GA 30901
Richmond County (706) 550-5421

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 Rucker's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Rucker is 1255435525. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 8, 2006.

Where is Benjamin Rucker located?

Benjamin Rucker practices at 1448 Lee Beard Way, Augusta, GA 30901. The listed phone number is (706) 828-7468.

What is Benjamin Rucker's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Benjamin Rucker enrolled in Medicare?

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

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Rucker was last updated on August 5, 2011. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 15 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.