ANA CRISTINA BENITEZ MD
NPI 1285196923
Internal Medicine in Kingwood, TX

Q: What is Ana Benitez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ana Benitez is 1285196923. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2019.

Q: What is Ana Benitez's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ana Benitez was last updated on May 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 months 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.

Active since April 02, 2019PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

74.94/100

CMS Quality Rating

19701 KINGWOOD DR BLDG 1, KINGWOOD, TX 77339(936) 270-4680 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 27, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: May 27, 2025, Feb 7, 2023, Nov 2, 2022 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Ana Cristina Benitez Md NPPES

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

ANA CRISTINA BENITEZ MD (NPI 1285196923) is an individual internal medicine provider in Kingwood, Texas, licensed in Texas (T6830) and active in the NPI registry since April 2019. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285196923

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameANA CRISTINA BENITEZCredential: MD

Location Address19701 KINGWOOD DR BLDG 1Kingwood, TX 77339-3773

Mailing Address19701 Kingwood Dr Bldg 1Kingwood, TX 77339-3773 · (936) 270-4680

Phone(936) 270-4680

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2016

Enumeration DateApril 2, 2019

Last NPPES UpdateMay 27, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 27, 2025

✔ NPI 1285196923 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · T6830✔ Licensed in FL · ME155765

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.

Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X

19701 KINGWOOD DR BLDG 1, Kingwood, TX 77339

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Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 122999 Highway 59 NKingwood, TX 77339-4412 · Phone (281) 348-3322

Location 28501 Little RdNew Port Richey, FL 34654-4924 · Phone (727) 869-7755

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Ana Cristina Benitez 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 ID5294101275

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230213001520

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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Ana Benitez reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

Tmh Physician Associates PLLC

25 mi

Ophthalmology

6550 FANNIN ST, SUITE 447
Houston, TX 77030

Reassigned Medicare billing, Texas enrollment
2,407 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1275779225 (713) 441-7389

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

71 services40 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.

41 services27 patients

Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals 80053

A comprehensive group of blood chemicals test, also known as a comprehensive metabolic panel, is a blood test that measures your sugar level, electrolyte and fluid balance, kidney function, and liver function. This helps to check your body's overall health.

36 services29 patients

Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count 85025

A Complete Blood Cell Count is a common test that measures various components of the blood, including red cells (carry oxygen), white cells (fight infection), and platelets (help blood clot). An automated test ensures accuracy. The differential count provides detailed information about white cell types.

35 services28 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.

26 services17 patients

Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) 80061

A lipid panel is a blood test that measures fats and fatty substances, such as cholesterol and triglycerides. These substances are used by your body as a source of energy. High levels can lead to health issues, including heart disease.

24 services22 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 4

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

Houston Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number450358

Location6565 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX

OwnershipPhysician

CMS Certification Number450774

Location17080 Red Oak DriveHouston, TX 77090 · Harris County

Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood

Acute Care Hospitals · Kingwood, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450775

Location22999 Us Hwy 59Kingwood, TX 77325 · Harris County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · The Woodlands, TX

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number670122

Location17201 Interstate 45 SouthThe Woodlands, TX 77385 · Montgomery County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77339 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

$134.06 typical visit price

range $58.24 – $176.98

Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$102.71 typical visit price

range $18.60 – $143.93

Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)

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.

74.94/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

59.96

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

54.25

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 Ana Benitez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ana Benitez is 1285196923. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 2, 2019.

Where is Ana Benitez located?

Ana Benitez practices at 19701 Kingwood Dr Bldg 1, Kingwood, TX 77339. The listed phone number is (936) 270-4680.

What is Ana Benitez's specialty?

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

Is Ana Benitez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ana Benitez 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Ana Benitez's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Ana Benitez reassigns Medicare benefits to Tmh Physician Associates PLLC (Houston, TX). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Ana Benitez's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Ana Benitez affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ana Benitez is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, Tops Surgical Specialty Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood and Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ana Benitez was last updated on May 27, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 months 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.