FRANCIS M BENZ MD
NPI 1285680397
Psychiatry & Neurology - Neurology in Lebanon, NH

Active since May 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
94.06/100
CMS Quality Rating
18 OLD ETNA RD, LEBANON, NH 03766(603) 650-5000 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 28, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Francis M Benz Md NPPES

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

FRANCIS M BENZ MD (NPI 1285680397) is an individual neurology provider in Lebanon, New Hampshire, licensed in New Hampshire (33280) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Other (2000).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1285680397
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084N0400X
Provider Legal NameFRANCIS M BENZCredential: MD
Location Address18 OLD ETNA RDLebanon, NH 03766-1937
Mailing Address8220 Nigels Dr, Carolina Rheumatology & NeurologyMyrtle Beach, SC 29572-4125 · (843) 692-0968 · Fax (843) 692-2688
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2000
Enumeration DateMay 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateAugust 28, 2024
NPPES CertifiedAugust 28, 2024
NPI 1285680397 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084N0400X
Licenses Licensed in NH · 33280 Licensed in SC · 23271
Definition
A Neurologist specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases or impaired function of the brain, spinal cord, peripheral nerves, muscles, autonomic nervous system, and blood vessels that relate to these structures.
18 OLD ETNA RD, Lebanon, NH 03766

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid232714SC

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

Francis M Benz 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 ID6507846490
PECOS Enrollment IDI20040721001513, I20240916001948
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 5

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.

Injection, onabotulinumtoxina, 1 unit J0585
Onabotulinumtoxina, also known as Botox, is a medication injected into muscles. It's used to treat various conditions by blocking nerve activity in the muscles, causing a temporary reduction in muscle activity. The units refer to the dosage.
4,157 services13 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.
661 services434 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.
42 services42 patients
Injection of chemical for paralysis of facial and neck nerve muscles on both sides of face 64615
This procedure involves injecting a chemical into specific facial and neck muscles, causing temporary paralysis. This helps reduce muscle activity and can alleviate certain medical conditions. Both sides of the face are treated for a balanced result.
34 services15 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.
23 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Lebanon, NH
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number300003
Location1 Medical Center DriveLebanon, NH 03756 · Grafton County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Georgetown, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420020
Location606 Black River Rd Drawer 1718Georgetown, SC 29440 · Georgetown County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 03766 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
$132.09 typical visit price
range $57.75 – $174.26
Typical copayment $33.02 (range $14.43 – $43.56)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$101.54 typical visit price
range $18.70 – $142.15
Typical copayment $25.38 (range $4.67 – $35.53)
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.

94.06/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality88.12
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 12

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Tubing with integrated heating element for use with positive airway pressure device A4604
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers55 claims55 services$38.29 avg. paid by Medicare
Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers50 claims50 services$91.02 avg. paid by Medicare
Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
5 suppliers52 claims147 services$34.38 avg. paid by Medicare
Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
3 suppliers22 claims120 services$22.00 avg. paid by Medicare
Pillow for use on nasal cannula type interface, replacement only, pair A7033
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
2 suppliers18 claims100 services$15.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Nasal interface (mask or cannula type) used with positive airway pressure device, with or without head strap A7034
DME-Other DME · category DE001N
4 suppliers41 claims41 services$61.63 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.

Internal Medicine
18 OLD ETNA RD
LEBANON, NH 03766
Dermatology
18 OLD ETNA RD
LEBANON, NH 03766
Dermatology
18 OLD ETNA RD, DHMC - DERMATOLOGY
LEBANON, NH 03766
Physician Assistant
18 OLD ETNA RD
LEBANON, NH 03766
Physician Assistant
18 OLD ETNA RD
LEBANON, NH 03766
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
18 OLD ETNA RD
LEBANON, NH 03766
Pediatrics
18 OLD ETNA RD
LEBANON, NH 03766
Internal Medicine
18 OLD ETNA RD, DHMC - INTERNAL MEDICINE
LEBANON, NH 03766

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 Francis Benz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Francis Benz is 1285680397. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 26, 2006.

Where is Francis Benz located?

Francis Benz practices at 18 Old Etna Rd, Lebanon, NH 03766. The listed phone number is (603) 650-5000.

What is Francis Benz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Neurology, with taxonomy code 2084N0400X.

Is Francis Benz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Francis Benz 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 Francis Benz accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and Harvard Pilgrim Health Care list Francis Benz 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 Francis Benz affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Francis Benz is affiliated with Mary Hitchcock Memorial Hospital and Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Francis Benz was last updated on August 28, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 23 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.