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DR. CHRISTOPHER B BENTON M.D.
NPI 1356338784
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Miami, FL

Active since September 30, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.31/100
CMS Quality Rating
1695 NW 9TH AVE, MIAMI, FL 33136(305) 355-7777(305) 355-9201 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 20, 2015. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher B Benton M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER B BENTON M.D. (NPI 1356338784) is an individual psychiatry provider in Miami, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME122053) and active in the NPI registry since September 2005. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (1990).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356338784
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER B BENTONCredential: M.D.
Location Address1695 NW 9TH AVEMiami, FL 33136-1409
Mailing Address1695 Nw 9th AveMiami, FL 33136-1409 · (305) 355-7777 · Fax (305) 355-9201
Phone(305) 355-7777
Fax(305) 355-9201
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1990
Enumeration DateSeptember 30, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 20, 2015
✔ NPI 1356338784 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in FL · ME122053
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedSpecialistTaxonomy 174400000X · License 9668 (NH)
1695 NW 9TH AVE, Miami, FL 33136
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Other Identifiers 4

Other0108431YONH02NH · Bc/bs - Billing
Medicare UPIN635337NH
Medicare UPINRE4252NH
Medicaid81263591NH

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company) and more.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

Dr. Christopher B Benton 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 ID4880615657
PECOS Enrollment IDI20150427000343
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 4

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.
86 services47 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.
36 services22 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
31 services31 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205
This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33136 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
$187.05 typical visit price
range $60.92 – $187.05
Typical copayment $46.76 (range $15.23 – $46.76)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$75.86 typical visit price
range $18.99 – $150.24
Typical copayment $18.96 (range $4.74 – $37.56)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

81.31/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.45
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost50.59

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.

MISS JENNIFER HARRISON LMHC
Counselor (Mental Health)
1695 NW 9TH AVE, 2416
MIAMI, FL 33136
Miami-Dade County (305) 355-8059
DR. NICOLETTA B TESSLER PSY.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
1695 NW 9TH AVE, ROOM 2415
MIAMI, FL 33136
Miami-Dade County (305) 355-7250
MS. SHANALEE MARSHAGAY GRIFFITHS PMHNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
1695 NW 9TH AVE
MIAMI, FL 33136
Miami-Dade County (305) 355-7000
MS. MADELINE B REYES LMHC
Counselor (Mental Health)
1695 NW 9TH AVE
MIAMI, FL 33136
Miami-Dade County (305) 355-7030
MS. NANCY E ARNOVITS LCSW
Social Worker (Clinical)
1695 NW 9TH AVE, MENTAL HEALTH HOSP CENTER SUITE #1208
MIAMI, FL 33136
Miami-Dade County (305) 324-4357
DR. MERCEDES BRIONES PSY.D.
Psychologist (Clinical)
1695 NW 9TH AVE
MIAMI, FL 33136
Miami-Dade County (305) 355-8016
PUBLIC HEALTH TRUST OF DADE COUNTY FLORIDA
Psychiatric Unit
1695 NW 9TH AVE
MIAMI, FL 33136
Miami-Dade County (305) 355-8234
DR. CATHERINE DE LA OSA
Psychologist
1695 NW 9TH AVE
MIAMI, FL 33136
Miami-Dade County (305) 355-9427

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 Christopher Benton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Benton is 1356338784. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on September 30, 2005.

Where is Christopher Benton located?

Christopher Benton practices at 1695 NW 9th Ave, Miami, FL 33136. The listed phone number is (305) 355-7777.

What is Christopher Benton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Christopher Benton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher Benton 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 Christopher Benton accept?

Health plans from AmeriHealth Caritas Next, Florida Blue (BlueCross BlueShield FL), Florida Blue HMO (a BlueCross BlueShield FL company), Molina Healthcare and Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida and 3 other insurers list Christopher Benton 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Benton was last updated on March 20, 2015. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 11 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.