MICHAEL BENSON DO
NPI 1447780705
Radiology - Diagnostic Radiology in St Louis Park, MN

Q: What is Michael Benson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Benson is 1447780705. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2017.

Q: What is Michael Benson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Benson was last updated on June 15, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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 June 19, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD, ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426(952) 993-3123 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 15, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 15, 2023, Jul 21, 2022, Jun 19, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

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About Michael Benson Do NPPES

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

MICHAEL BENSON DO (NPI 1447780705) is an individual diagnostic radiology provider in St Louis Park, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (73323) and active in the NPI registry since June 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Bloomington.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447780705

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy2085R0202X

Provider Legal NameMICHAEL BENSONCredential: DO

Location Address6500 EXCELSIOR BLVDSt Louis Park, MN 55426-4702

Mailing Address8170 33rd Ave SBloomington, MN 55425-4516

Phone(952) 993-3123

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSDes Moines University Of Osteopathic Medicine And Health SciencesGraduated 2017

Enumeration DateJune 19, 2017

Last NPPES UpdateJune 15, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedJune 15, 2023

✔ NPI 1447780705 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyRadiology · Diagnostic RadiologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code2085R0202X

License✔ Licensed in MN · 73323

Definition

A radiologist who utilizes x-ray, radionuclides, ultrasound and electromagnetic radiation to diagnose and treat disease.

Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 5101023293 (MI)

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD, St Louis Park, MN 55426

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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 18100 Northland DrBloomington, MN 55431-4800 · Phone (952) 831-6742

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

Michael Benson 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 ID7113296062

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230719000338

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 25

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, gadobutrol, 0.1 ml A9585

Gadobutrol is a contrast agent used during MRI scans to help provide clearer images. It's injected into your vein before the scan. This helps doctors to see certain areas more clearly for better diagnosis. It's generally safe with few side effects.

13,825 services145 patients

Low osmolar contrast material, 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration, per ml Q9967

Low osmolar contrast material with 300-399 mg/ml iodine concentration is a diagnostic tool used in imaging procedures. It helps to enhance the visibility of specific areas in the body, aiding in accurate diagnosis. It's safe and generally well-tolerated by patients.

2,050 services24 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to produce detailed images of your lower spine. This helps identify issues like disc problems, tumors, or nerve conditions. No dye is used.

105 services105 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

An MRI scan of the brain, both before and after contrast, helps visualize different brain structures. Initially, images are taken without a contrast agent. Then, a safe dye is injected which helps highlight certain areas, providing clearer, more detailed images.

89 services85 patients

Mri scan of brain before and after contrast 70553

86 services84 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of head with contrast 70496

A CT scan of the head's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. A special dye (contrast) is injected into your body to make the blood vessels visible on the scan. This helps identify issues like blockages or abnormalities in your head's blood vessels.

70 services69 patients

Ct scan of blood vessels of neck with contrast 70498

A CT scan of the neck's blood vessels with contrast is a diagnostic procedure. It uses X-rays and a special dye to create detailed images of your neck's blood vessels. This helps doctors detect issues such as blockages or abnormalities.

67 services66 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

A CT scan of the head or brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your brain, skull, and other structures inside your head. It helps to detect conditions like strokes, tumors, or injuries. No dye (contrast) is used in this test.

54 services51 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

An MRI scan of the brain without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your brain. It helps in detecting abnormalities like tumors, stroke, inflammation, or infection.

47 services47 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast 72158

An MRI scan of the lower spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses magnetic fields to generate detailed images of your lower spine. A contrast agent is injected to enhance these images, helping doctors see issues more clearly.

39 services39 patients

Ct scan of face without contrast 70486

A CT scan of the face without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses X-rays to create detailed pictures of your face, including bones, soft tissues, and blood vessels. It's often used to diagnose diseases, injuries, or abnormalities. No contrast dye is used in this procedure.

35 services35 patients

X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views 72100

An X-ray of the lower and sacral spine involves capturing images of your lower back area, including the tailbone. This procedure helps in identifying problems like fractures, infections, or deformities. 2-3 different angle views provide a comprehensive picture.

31 services31 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal without contrast 72148

30 services30 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your upper spine. This helps doctors identify issues such as injuries, infections or diseases. No dye is used.

24 services24 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast 72156

An MRI scan of the upper spinal canal before and after contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses magnetic fields and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine. Contrast dye is injected to enhance these images, providing clearer visuals for accurate diagnosis.

23 services23 patients

Mri scan of lower spinal canal before and after contrast 72158

21 services21 patients

Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast 70491

A CT scan of the neck with contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. A special dye is administered to highlight the soft tissues in your neck, making them easier to see. This helps detect issues like infections, tumors, or other abnormalities.

20 services20 patients

Mri scan of brain without contrast 70551

20 services20 patients

Ct scan of soft tissue of neck with contrast 70491

16 services16 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal without contrast 72141

16 services16 patients

Mri scan of middle spinal canal before and after contrast 72157

An MRI scan of the middle spinal canal with contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of your spine, both before and after a contrast dye is injected. The dye helps to highlight certain structures, providing a clearer picture for diagnosis.

16 services16 patients

Ct scan head or brain without contrast 70450

14 services14 patients

Ct scan of lower spine without contrast 72131

A CT scan of the lower spine without contrast is a non-invasive imaging test. It uses X-rays to create detailed images of your lower back area, helping to detect conditions like fractures, infections, or tumors. It's painless and generally quick.

13 services13 patients

Mri scan of blood vessels of head without contrast 70544

An MRI scan of the head's blood vessels without contrast is a non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses a magnetic field and radio waves to create detailed images of the blood vessels in your head. This helps doctors diagnose conditions such as stroke, aneurysm, or other vascular disorders.

12 services12 patients

Mri scan of upper spinal canal before and after contrast 72156

12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Saint Louis Park, MN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240053

Location6500 Excelsior BlvdSaint Louis Park, MN 55426 · Hennepin County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Hutchinson Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Hutchinson, MN

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number240187

Location1095 Highway 15 SouthHutchinson, MN 55350 · Mc Leod County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Olivia Hospital & Clinic

Critical Access Hospitals · Olivia, MN

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number241306

Location100 Healthy WayOlivia, MN 56277 · Renville County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55426 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

$69.74 typical visit price

range $18.32 – $138.04

Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)

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.

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.

NANCY COLE NELSON M.D.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Hennepin County (952) 993-3282

DR. KATIE LYNN ANDRINAS MD, MPH

Obstetrics & Gynecology

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Hennepin County (952) 993-3282

CARA HOULE MD

Internal Medicine

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Hennepin County (952) 993-5000

JANET GRAYSON MD

Internal Medicine

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Hennepin County (952) 993-6600

JEFFREY J SHULTZ

Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD, PARK NICOLLET CLINIC - HEART & VASCULAR CENTER
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Hennepin County (952) 993-3246

MARY BETH JOHNSON OTR/L

Occupational Therapist

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Hennepin County (952) 993-6087

MARY KATHERINE KOSANDA P.T.

Physical Therapist

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Hennepin County (952) 993-6014

JENNIFER A DEUTZ P.T.

Physical Therapist

6500 EXCELSIOR BLVD
ST LOUIS PARK, MN 55426

Hennepin County (952) 993-5900

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 Michael Benson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Michael Benson is 1447780705. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 19, 2017.

Where is Michael Benson located?

Michael Benson practices at 6500 Excelsior Blvd, St Louis Park, MN 55426. The listed phone number is (952) 993-3123.

What is Michael Benson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Radiology, specializing in Diagnostic Radiology, with taxonomy code 2085R0202X.

Is Michael Benson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Michael 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.

Is Michael Benson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Michael Benson is affiliated with Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital, Hutchinson Health and Olivia Hospital & Clinic.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Michael Benson was last updated on June 15, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.