BEN A GARDNER M.D.
NPI 1316054133
Internal Medicine in Columbia, TN

Q: What is Ben Gardner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ben Gardner is 1316054133. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2006.

Q: What is Ben Gardner'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 Ben Gardner was last updated on March 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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 August 25, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, SUITE 403, COLUMBIA, TN 38401(931) 380-0075(931) 388-7502 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 8, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Ben A Gardner M.d. NPPES

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

BEN A GARDNER M.D. (NPI 1316054133) is an individual internal medicine provider in Columbia, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (17712) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, and is a graduate of University Of Alabama School Of Medicine (1980).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316054133

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameBEN A GARDNERCredential: M.D.

Location Address854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, SUITE 403Columbia, TN 38401-4659

Mailing Address854 W James Campbell Blvd, Suite 303Columbia, TN 38401-4659 · (931) 380-0075 · Fax (931) 388-7502

Phone(931) 380-0075

Fax(931) 388-7502

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSUniversity Of Alabama School Of MedicineGraduated 1980

Enumeration DateAugust 25, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 8, 2016

✔ NPI 1316054133 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

License✔ Licensed in TN · 17712

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 ListedInternal Medicine · Hospice and Palliative MedicineTaxonomy 207RH0002X · License 17712 (TN)

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, Columbia, TN 38401

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Other Identifiers 8

Medicaid3710089TN

Other3154189TN · Bcbstn

Medicare PIN3710089

Medicare PIN3024574

Medicaid3024573TN

Medicare PINCE0561TN

Medicare UPINA98895TN

Medicare PIN110212604TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia 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

Ben A Gardner 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 ID9537356001

PECOS Enrollment IDI20101209000498

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.

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Vanderbilt University Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Nashville, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440039

Location1211 Medical Center DriveNashville, TN 37232 · Davidson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Maury Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Columbia, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number440073

Location1224 Trotwood AveColumbia, TN 38401 · Maury County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Marshall Medical Center

Critical Access Hospitals · Lewisburg, TN

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number441309

Location1080 North Ellington ParkwayLewisburg, TN 37091 · Marshall County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38401 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

$121.80 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$93.60 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 17

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

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253

DME-Other DME · category DE017N

21 suppliers93 claims239 services$5.61 avg. paid by Medicare

Normal, low and high calibrator solution / chips A4256

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers16 claims16 services$2.74 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

12 suppliers42 claims62 services$1.08 avg. paid by Medicare

Full face mask used with positive airway pressure device, each A7030

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier16 claims16 services$107.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Face mask interface, replacement for full face mask, each A7031

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

1 supplier15 claims45 services$38.34 avg. paid by Medicare

Cushion for use on nasal mask interface, replacement only, each A7032

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

2 suppliers15 claims89 services$18.93 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. HANY NIMR REZK M.D.

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, STE. 101A
COLUMBIA, TN 38401

Maury County (931) 388-3209

FAMILY THERAPY CENTER

Counselor (Mental Health)

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD
COLUMBIA, TN 38401

Maury County (931) 490-0999

THOMAS W FARMER M.D.

Family Medicine

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, SUITE 403
COLUMBIA, TN 38401

Maury County (931) 380-0075

MRS. NINA ELIZABETH BOSHERS LMFT

Marriage & Family Therapist

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, SUITE 201
COLUMBIA, TN 38401

Maury County (931) 490-0999

HOPE CARLANDE WEBB PA

Nurse Practitioner (Family)

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, SUITE 404
COLUMBIA, TN 38401

Maury County (931) 381-2500

DR. CHERYL BUTTRAM CLAYTON MD

Internal Medicine (Nephrology)

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, STE. 101A
COLUMBIA, TN 38401

Maury County (931) 388-3209

FAMILY HEALTH GROUP INC

Anesthesiology

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD
COLUMBIA, TN 38401

Maury County (931) 540-4255

CHARLES A BALL M.D.

Family Medicine

854 W JAMES CAMPBELL BLVD, SUITE 403
COLUMBIA, TN 38401

Maury County (931) 380-0075

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 Ben Gardner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ben Gardner is 1316054133. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 25, 2006.

Where is Ben Gardner located?

Ben Gardner practices at 854 W James Campbell Blvd Suite 403, Columbia, TN 38401. The listed phone number is (931) 380-0075.

What is Ben Gardner's specialty?

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

Is Ben Gardner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ben Gardner 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 Ben Gardner accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Home State Health, Ambetter from Magnolia Health, Ambetter of Alabama and Ambetter of North Carolina and 4 other insurers list Ben Gardner 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 Ben Gardner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ben Gardner is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Maury Regional Hospital and Marshall Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ben Gardner was last updated on March 8, 2016. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 10 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.