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DR. BENNETT JAMES BERNING MD
NPI 1285029207
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Omaha, NE

Active since April 06, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR, OMAHA, NE 68198(402) 559-6111(402) 836-9459 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 22, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 22, 2023, Jun 25, 2020 (2 updates tracked since 2020).

About Dr. Bennett James Berning Md NPPES

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

DR. BENNETT JAMES BERNING MD (NPI 1285029207) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Omaha, Nebraska, licensed in Nebraska (33568) and active in the NPI registry since April 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with The Nebraska Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal) (2015).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285029207
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameDR. BENNETT JAMES BERNINGCredential: MD
Location Address983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTROmaha, NE 68198-3548
Mailing Address983280 Nebraska Medical CtrOmaha, NE 68198-3280 · (402) 559-6111 · Fax (402) 836-9459
Phone(402) 559-6111
Fax(402) 836-9459
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Kansas School Of Med (kc/wich/sal)Graduated 2015
Enumeration DateApril 6, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateJune 22, 20232 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 22, 2023
✔ NPI 1285029207 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0102X
License✔ Licensed in NE · 33568
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR, Omaha, NE 68198
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan, Ambetter Health 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

Dr. Bennett James Berning Md 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 ID6002136553
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210916002483
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 4

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.

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.
86 services35 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.
28 services15 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
24 services23 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.
19 services19 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

The Nebraska Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Omaha, NE
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number280013
Location987400 Nebraska Medical CenterOmaha, NE 68198 · Douglas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Bellevue Medical Center, LLC

Acute Care Hospitals · Bellevue, NE
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipProprietary
CMS Certification Number280132
Location2500 Bellevue Medical Center DrBellevue, NE 68123 · Sarpy County
Emergency services

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.

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$67.52 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 20

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

DR. JEFFREY DOUAIHER MD
Surgery
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR
OMAHA, NE 68198
Douglas County (312) 929-7218
PAUL JEREMY NGUYEN-LEE MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR
OMAHA, NE 68198
Douglas County (402) 559-5510
MATTHEW ANDERS FUGLESTAD M.D.
Surgery
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR
OMAHA, NE 68198
Douglas County (402) 559-5510
DR. VISHAL MAYUR KOTHARI M.D.
Surgery
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR
OMAHA, NE 68198
Douglas County (402) 559-5248
SRINEIL VUTHALURU MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR
OMAHA, NE 68198
Douglas County (402) 559-5510
SARA BURCHFIELD CARTWRIGHT DO
Surgery
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR
OMAHA, NE 68198
Douglas County (402) 559-5510
DR. GAUTAM K MALHOTRA M.D., PH.D.
Surgery
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR, DEPARTMENT OF SURGERY
OMAHA, NE 68198
Douglas County (402) 559-5510
LUCY ROSE SUMMER
Surgery
983280 NEBRASKA MEDICAL CTR
OMAHA, NE 68198
Douglas County (402) 559-4000

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 Bennett Berning's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bennett Berning is 1285029207. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 6, 2015.

Where is Bennett Berning located?

Bennett Berning practices at 983280 Nebraska Medical Ctr, Omaha, NE 68198. The listed phone number is (402) 559-6111.

What is Bennett Berning's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Bennett Berning enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bennett Berning 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 Bennett Berning accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter Health of Delaware, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Sunflower Health Plan and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska and 3 other insurers list Bennett Berning 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 Bennett Berning affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Bennett Berning is affiliated with The Nebraska Medical Center and Bellevue Medical Center, LLC.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bennett Berning was last updated on June 22, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.