DR. BENJAMIN R AHRENS DO
NPI 1295152296
Family Medicine - Sports Medicine in Edina, MN

Q: What is Benjamin Ahrens's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Ahrens is 1295152296. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 27, 2014. The provider is also known as Dr. Ben Ross Ahrens Do.

Q: What is Benjamin Ahrens's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine, specializing in Sports Medicine, with taxonomy code 207QS0010X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Ahrens was last updated on August 26, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.

Active since March 27, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

81.3/100

CMS Quality Rating

8100 W 78TH ST STE 230, EDINA, MN 55439(952) 946-9777 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: August 26, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 30, 2024, Jan 25, 2022, Sep 27, 2018 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Dr. Benjamin R Ahrens Do NPPES

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

DR. BENJAMIN R AHRENS DO (NPI 1295152296) is an individual sports medicine provider in Edina, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (76280) and active in the NPI registry since March 2014. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Abbott Northwestern Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295152296

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207QS0010X

Provider Legal NameDR. BENJAMIN R AHRENSCredential: DO

Location Address8100 W 78TH ST STE 230Edina, MN 55439-2570

Mailing Address2925 Chicago AveMinneapolis, MN 55407-1321 · (612) 262-9000

Phone(952) 946-9777

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSDes Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health SciencesGraduated 2014

Enumeration DateMarch 27, 2014

Last NPPES UpdateAugust 26, 20244 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedAugust 26, 2024

✔ NPI 1295152296 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily Medicine · Sports MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207QS0010X

Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 76280✔ Licensed in OH · 34.012146

Definition

A family medicine physician that is trained to be responsible for continuous care in the field of sports medicine, not only for the enhancement of health and fitness, but also for the prevention of injury and illness. A sports medicine physician must have knowledge and experience in the promotion of wellness and the prevention of injury. Knowledge about special areas of medicine such as exercise physiology, biomechanics, nutrition, psychology, physical rehabilitation, epidemiology, physical evaluation, injuries (treatment and prevention and referral practice) and the role of exercise in promoting a healthy lifestyle are essential to the practice of sports medicine. The sports medicine physician requires special education to provide the knowledge to improve the health care of the individual engaged in physical exercise (sports) whether as an individual or in team participation.

8100 W 78TH ST STE 230, Edina, MN 55439

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Ben Ross Ahrens Do

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 14343 All Seasons Dr Ste 100Hilliard, OH 43026-1961 · Phone (614) 544-1155 · Fax (614) 544-1156

Location 2697 Thomas LnColumbus, OH 43214-3931 · Phone (614) 566-5414 · Fax (614) 533-0433

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners.Insurance ›

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

Dr. Benjamin R Ahrens Do 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 ID6709108533

PECOS Enrollment IDI20240423001471

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 Reassignments

Medicare enrollment records show Benjamin Ahrens reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Allina Health System

0.2 mi

Orthopaedic Surgery

8100 W 78TH ST STE 230
Edina, MN 55439

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
2,609 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1508099656 (952) 946-9777

Ohiohealth Urgent Care LLC

617 mi

Urgent Care

6905 HOSPITAL DR STE 130
Dublin, OH 43016

Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
388 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1811207160 (614) 923-0300

Ohiohealth Corporation

625 mi

Cardiovascular Disease

3705 OLENTANGY RIVER RD, SUITE 100
Columbus, OH 43214

Reassigned Medicare billing, Ohio enrollment
3,314 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1194979526 (614) 262-6772

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.

Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg J1100

Dexamethasone sodium phosphate is a medication given via injection. It is a type of steroid that helps reduce inflammation and immune responses. It can be used to treat a variety of conditions, such as allergies, skin conditions, arthritis, and more.

220 services29 patients

Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg J3301

Triamcinolone acetonide is a medication used to reduce inflammation in the body. It's given as a 10 mg injection for conditions like allergies, arthritis, or skin problems. The injection helps to decrease swelling, redness, and itching.

190 services38 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.

39 services32 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203

This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.

37 services37 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.

33 services26 patients

Aspiration and/or injection of fluid large joint using ultrasound guidance 20611

This procedure involves using ultrasound technology to accurately locate a large joint, usually the knee or shoulder. A needle is then inserted to either extract fluid (aspiration) or inject medication. The ultrasound helps ensure precision and safety.

32 services27 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Abbott Northwestern Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Minneapolis, MN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240057

Location800 East 28th StreetMinneapolis, MN 55407 · Hennepin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55439 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

$85.82 typical visit price

range $56.00 – $168.28

Typical copayment $21.45 (range $14.00 – $42.07)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$98.61 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

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.

81.3/100

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

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

73.58

Promoting Interoperability

Improvement Activities

Cost

65.77

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.

STEPHEN SWENSON CNP

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)