ANDREA L BENSON M.D.
NPI 1295701027
Anesthesiology in Duluth, MN

Q: What is Andrea Benson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrea Benson is 1295701027. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 23, 2006.

Q: What is Andrea Benson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrea Benson was last updated on December 4, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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 February 23, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

915 EAST SUPERIOR ST, DULUTH, MN 55085(218) 721-4778 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 4, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 25, 2026.

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About Andrea L Benson M.d. NPPES

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

ANDREA L BENSON M.D. (NPI 1295701027) is an individual anesthesiology provider in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (45661) and active in the NPI registry since February 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (2001).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1295701027

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207L00000X

Provider Legal NameANDREA L BENSONCredential: M.D.

Location Address915 EAST SUPERIOR STDuluth, MN 55085-0001

Mailing Address2017 East Superior StDuluth, MN 55812-0001

Phone(218) 721-4778

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2001

Enumeration DateFebruary 23, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateDecember 4, 2020

NPPES CertifiedDecember 4, 2020

✔ NPI 1295701027 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyAnesthesiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207L00000X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 45661

Definition

An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.

915 EAST SUPERIOR ST, Duluth, MN 55085

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Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid792687100MN

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

Andrea L Benson M.d. 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 ID8527140946

PECOS Enrollment IDI20080124000257, I20201203002257

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 Andrea Benson reassigns Medicare billing to 2 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

St. Luke's Hospital Of Duluth

0.1 mi

Otolaryngology

920 E 1ST ST, STE. 301
Duluth, MN 55805

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota and Wisconsin enrollments
Also billed through NPI 1003860792 (Wisconsin)
513 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1033653209 (218) 279-6279

Lake View Memorial Hospital, Inc

26 mi

Critical Access

325 11TH AVE
Two Harbors, MN 55616

Reassigned Medicare billing, Minnesota enrollment
95 clinicians in this Medicare group

NPI 1023067642 (218) 834-7300

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 12

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.

Anesthesia for other procedure on large bowel using an endoscope 00811

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. You'll be given medication to make you drowsy or asleep, eliminating any discomfort. The medication can be administered through a vein or inhaled.

71 services71 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel using an endoscope 00731

This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a flexible tube with a light and camera, to examine your esophagus, stomach, or upper small bowel. Anesthesia ensures you are comfortable and pain-free during the procedure.

62 services62 patients

Anesthesia for exam of colon using an endoscope 00812

Anesthesia for a colon examination with an endoscope is a method used to ensure comfort during the procedure. It involves administering medication to help you relax or sleep, thus reducing discomfort as the endoscope, a thin, flexible tube, is navigated through your colon.

40 services40 patients

Anesthesia for lens surgery 00142

Anesthesia for lens surgery involves administering medication to numb the eye area, ensuring you feel no pain during the procedure. This can be a local anesthetic (numbing only the eye area) or general (where you're asleep). It helps make the surgery comfortable and stress-free.

33 services33 patients

Injection of anesthetic agent and/or steroid into thigh nerve (femoral nerve) 64447

This procedure involves injecting a numbing agent and/or steroid into a nerve in your thigh. It's done to alleviate pain or inflammation. A needle will be carefully positioned near the nerve, and the medicine will be administered.

24 services24 patients

Anesthesia for procedure on small and large bowel using an endoscope 00813

Anesthesia for an endoscopic procedure on the small and large bowel ensures comfort and relaxation during the procedure. It involves administering medicine to help you sleep or feel drowsy. This allows the doctor to examine your bowels without causing you discomfort or pain.

20 services20 patients

Anesthesia for electroshock therapy 00104

Anesthesia for electroshock therapy involves administering medications to put you into a deep sleep. This ensures you won't feel pain or remember the procedure. It's essential for your comfort and safety during the therapy.

19 services17 patients

Anesthesia for procedure for total knee joint replacement 01402

Anesthesia for a total knee joint replacement numbs your body to eliminate pain during surgery. This could be general anesthesia where you're unconscious, or regional anesthesia where only the leg is numb. It's administered by a specialist, ensuring safety and comfort.

19 services19 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on urinary system through urethra 00910

Anesthesia for a procedure on the urinary system through the urethra involves using medicine to numb sensation in the area. This is done to ensure you feel no pain or discomfort during the procedure. The medicine can be given locally, regionally, or generally, depending on the specifics of your procedure.

17 services16 patients

Insertion of artery tube for blood sampling or infusion through skin 36620

This procedure involves placing a small tube into an artery, usually in the wrist or elbow, to collect blood samples or administer medication. It's done under local anesthesia and is a common, safe practice.

12 services12 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on upper abdomen 00790

Anesthesia for an upper abdomen procedure involves using medications to help you feel no pain during the operation. It can be general, where you're unconscious, or regional, where just the abdomen area is numbed. It ensures comfort and stillness, aiding a successful procedure.

11 services11 patients

Anesthesia for other procedure on lower abdomen 00840

Anesthesia for a lower abdomen procedure involves medication to eliminate pain during surgery. You might be awake but relaxed and pain-free, or you may be completely unconscious. It's administered to ensure comfort and safety throughout the operation.

11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

St Lukes Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240047

Location915 East 1st StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

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 Andrea Benson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Andrea Benson is 1295701027. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 23, 2006.

Where is Andrea Benson located?

Andrea Benson practices at 915 East Superior St, Duluth, MN 55085. The listed phone number is (218) 721-4778.

What is Andrea Benson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Anesthesiology with taxonomy code 207L00000X.

Is Andrea Benson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Andrea Benson 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 organizations bill Medicare for Andrea Benson's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Andrea Benson reassigns Medicare benefits to 2 organizations: St. Luke's Hospital Of Duluth (Duluth, MN) and Lake View Memorial Hospital, Inc (Two Harbors, MN). Each 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 Andrea Benson's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

Is Andrea Benson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Andrea Benson is affiliated with St Lukes Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Andrea Benson was last updated on December 4, 2020. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 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.