BENJAMIN H SMITH M.D.
NPI 1508998576
Ophthalmology in Tucson, AZ

Active since March 12, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
1502 N TUCSON BLVD, TUCSON, AZ 85716(520) 326-4321 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 2, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

Record update history: Jun 2, 2025, Jul 12, 2024, Apr 3, 2024 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2020).

About Benjamin H Smith M.d. NPPES

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

BENJAMIN H SMITH M.D. (NPI 1508998576) is an individual ophthalmology provider in Tucson, Arizona, licensed in Arizona (76662) and active in the NPI registry since March 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 4 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Uniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of Med (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508998576
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207W00000X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN H SMITHCredential: M.D.
Location Address1502 N TUCSON BLVDTucson, AZ 85716-3423
Mailing Address1502 N Tucson BlvdTucson, AZ 85716-3423 · (210) 290-4314
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniformed Services Uhs Fe Hebert School Of MedGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateMarch 12, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateJune 2, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJune 2, 2025
NPI 1508998576 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyOphthalmologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207W00000X
Licenses Licensed in AZ · 76662 Licensed in NM · MD2023-1594 Licensed in UT · 6207901-1205 Licensed in TX · S4690
Definition

An ophthalmologist has the knowledge and professional skills needed to provide comprehensive eye and vision care. Ophthalmologists are medically trained to diagnose, monitor and medically or surgically treat all ocular and visual disorders. This includes problems affecting the eye and its component structures, the eyelids, the orbit and the visual pathways. In so doing, an ophthalmologist prescribes vision services, including glasses and contact lenses.

1502 N TUCSON BLVD, Tucson, AZ 85716

Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 18815 Dyer St Ste 130El Paso, TX 79904-2037 · Phone (915) 757-3937 · Fax (915) 757-3946
Location 218511 Highlander Medics StEl Paso, TX 79906-5327 · Phone (915) 742-9118
Location 3943 Via Descanso DrEl Paso, TX 79912-2605 · Phone (210) 290-4314
Location 43551 Roger Brooke DrFort Sam Houston, TX 78234-4504 · Phone (210) 916-2020

Accepted 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

Benjamin H Smith 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 ID8628400728
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250606000902
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.

Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye 92136
This procedure measures the shape and depth of your eye, specifically the cornea, the clear front surface. It helps in diagnosing conditions, planning for surgeries, or fitting contact lenses. It's non-invasive and painless.
79 services49 patients
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens 66984
This is a procedure where a cloudy lens in your eye, known as a cataract, is removed. After removal, a clear artificial lens is inserted. This helps to restore your vision, enabling you to see clearly again.
73 services48 patients
Insertion of drug delivery implant into tear duct of eye 68841
This procedure involves placing a small implant into your tear duct. The implant slowly releases medication to your eye, helping manage conditions like dry eyes or glaucoma. It's a simple, quick procedure typically performed under local anesthesia.
70 services47 patients
Photography of the retina 92250
Photography of the retina, also known as retinal imaging, is a non-invasive procedure that captures images of the back of your eye. This helps doctors identify and monitor conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, or diabetic retinopathy. It's painless and quick, often part of a routine eye exam.
15 services15 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 85716 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
$127.71 typical visit price
range $55.44 – $168.60
Typical copayment $31.92 (range $13.86 – $42.15)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$69.24 typical visit price
range $17.72 – $137.41
Typical copayment $17.31 (range $4.43 – $34.35)
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 8

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Anesthesiology
1502 N TUCSON BLVD
TUCSON, AZ 85716
Optometrist
1502 N TUCSON BLVD
TUCSON, AZ 85716
Optometrist
1502 N TUCSON BLVD
TUCSON, AZ 85716
Ophthalmology
1502 N TUCSON BLVD
TUCSON, AZ 85716
Surgery
1502 N TUCSON BLVD
TUCSON, AZ 85716
Optometrist
1502 N TUCSON BLVD
TUCSON, AZ 85716
Anesthesiology
1502 N TUCSON BLVD
TUCSON, AZ 85716
Clinic/Center (Ambulatory Surgical)
1502 N TUCSON BLVD
TUCSON, AZ 85716

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 Benjamin Smith's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Smith is 1508998576. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 12, 2007.

Where is Benjamin Smith located?

Benjamin Smith practices at 1502 N Tucson Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85716. The listed phone number is (520) 326-4321.

What is Benjamin Smith's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Ophthalmology with taxonomy code 207W00000X.

Is Benjamin Smith enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Smith 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 Benjamin Smith accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Arizona Complete Health, Baylor Scott and White Health Plan, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and Molina Healthcare list Benjamin Smith 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 Benjamin Smith was last updated on June 2, 2025. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.