DR. BENARJI TEGALA M.D.
NPI 1518925841
Internal Medicine in Bonham, TX

Q: What is Benarji Tegala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benarji Tegala is 1518925841. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Ben Tegala M.D..

Q: What is Benarji Tegala'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 Benarji Tegala was last updated on November 19, 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 May 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1211 E 6TH ST, SUITE 100, BONHAM, TX 75418(903) 640-4700(903) 640-1975 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 19, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Dr. Benarji Tegala M.d. NPPES

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

DR. BENARJI TEGALA M.D. (NPI 1518925841) is an individual internal medicine provider in Bonham, Texas, licensed in Texas (P9264) and active in the NPI registry since May 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Texoma Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Sherman.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1518925841

Entity TypeIndividualMale

Primary Taxonomy207R00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. BENARJI TEGALACredential: M.D.

Location Address1211 E 6TH ST, SUITE 100Bonham, TX 75418-4095

Mailing Address1211 E 6th St, Suite 100Bonham, TX 75418-4095 · (903) 640-4700 · Fax (903) 640-1975

Phone(903) 640-4700

Fax(903) 640-1975

Sole ProprietorYes

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1993

Enumeration DateMay 3, 2006

Last NPPES UpdateNovember 19, 2020

NPPES CertifiedNovember 19, 2020

✔ NPI 1518925841 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207R00000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · P9264✔ Licensed in LA · 13587R

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.

1211 E 6TH ST, Bonham, TX 75418

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Other Names 1

Other Name (5)Dr. Ben Tegala M.d.

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1204 Medical Dr Ste 210Sherman, TX 75092-6366 · Phone (903) 226-9614 · Fax (903) 226-9647

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid1434469LA

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Dr. Benarji Tegala 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 ID8123086287

PECOS Enrollment IDI20140925000463

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 6

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 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.

347 services132 patients

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.

279 services130 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

175 services107 patients

Administration of influenza virus vaccine G0008

The administration of the influenza virus vaccine, also known as the flu shot, is a simple procedure to protect against the flu. A healthcare provider injects a small dose of the vaccine into your arm. This stimulates your immune system to produce antibodies, which will help your body fight off the flu if exposed.

54 services54 patients

Influenza vaccine, inactivated 90653

The Influenza vaccine, inactivated, is a shot given to protect against the flu. It contains killed virus particles that help your body build immunity to the flu. It's recommended annually to keep your protection up-to-date. It's safe for ages 6 months and up.

52 services52 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

15 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Texoma Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Denison, TX

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number450324

Location5016 S Us Highway 75Denison, TX 75020 · Grayson County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Tmc- Bonham Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Bonham, TX

OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority

CMS Certification Number451370

Location504 Lipscomb StreetBonham, TX 75418 · Fannin County

Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 75418 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

$126.40 typical visit price

range $54.84 – $166.88

Typical copayment $31.60 (range $13.71 – $41.72)

Most-billed visit code 99204

Established Patient

$97.05 typical visit price

range $17.52 – $136.11

Typical copayment $24.26 (range $4.38 – $34.02)

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.

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.

Reported Quality Measures

Breast Cancer Screening

Percentage of women 50-74 years of age who had a mammogram to screen for breast cancer

92%150 patients5/55-star benchmark: 92%

Diabetes: Eye Exam

Percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a retinal or dilated eye exam by an eye care professional during the measurement period or a negative retinal exam (no evidence of retinopathy) in the 12 months prior to the measurement period

98%112 patients4/55-star benchmark: 100%

Diabetes: Medical Attention for Nephropathy

The percentage of patients 18-75 years of age with diabetes who had a nephropathy screening test or evidence of nephropathy during the measurement period

100%91 patients5/55-star benchmark: 99%

Patient-Specific Education

The MIPS eligible clinician must use clinically relevant information from CEHRT to identify patient-specific educational resources and provide access to those materials to at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician.

10%920 patients1/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Tobacco Use: Screening and Cessation Intervention

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older who were screened for tobacco use one or more times within 24 months AND who received tobacco cessation intervention if identified as a tobacco user

Patients screenedForUse: 100% · 555 patients

Patients tobacco: 100% · 555 patients

100%269 patients5/55-star benchmark: 98%

Provide Patient Access

At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period is provided timely access to view online, download, and transmit to a third party their health information subject to the MIPS eligible clinician's discretion to withhold…

73%920 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Secure Messaging

For at least one unique patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period, a secure message was sent using the electronic messaging function of CEHRT to the patient (or the patient-authorized representative), or in response to a secure…

0%920 patients1/55-star benchmark: 79%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 9

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

4 suppliers36 claims112 services$6.62 avg. paid by Medicare

Lancets, per box of 100 A4259

DME-Medical/Surgical Supplies · category DA000N

2 suppliers11 claims17 services$1.14 avg. paid by Medicare

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

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

3 suppliers13 claims13 services$110.38 avg. paid by Medicare

Filter, disposable, used with positive airway pressure device A7038

DME-Other DME · category DE001N

4 suppliers14 claims84 services$3.10 avg. paid by Medicare

Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

5 suppliers44 claims44 services$100.14 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable oxygen concentrator, rental E1392

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N

1 supplier13 claims13 services$38.23 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 5

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

VIJAYALAKSHMI NANDIMANDALAM, M.D., P.A.

Internal Medicine

1211 E 6TH ST, SUITE 100
BONHAM, TX 75418

Fannin County (903) 640-4700

SAM T GEORGE, PA

Internal Medicine

1211 E 6TH ST, STE 300
BONHAM, TX 75418

Fannin County (903) 640-1422

HERCARE WOMEN'S SPECIALTY CLINIC OF BONHAM, PA

Obstetrics & Gynecology

1211 E 6TH ST, SUITE 150
BONHAM, TX 75418

Fannin County (903) 640-4364

TRACI M ABBOTT DC, PT

Nursing Facility/Intermediate Care Facility

1211 E 6TH ST, 600
BONHAM, TX 75418

Fannin County (903) 816-2703

VIJAYALAKSHMI NANDIMANDALAM MD

Internal Medicine

1211 E 6TH ST, SUITE 100
BONHAM, TX 75418

Fannin County (903) 640-4700

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 Benarji Tegala's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benarji Tegala is 1518925841. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 3, 2006. The provider is also known as Dr. Ben Tegala M.D..

Where is Benarji Tegala located?

Benarji Tegala practices at 1211 E 6th St Suite 100, Bonham, TX 75418. The listed phone number is (903) 640-4700.

What is Benarji Tegala's specialty?

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

Is Benarji Tegala enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benarji Tegala 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 Benarji Tegala accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Benarji Tegala 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 Benarji Tegala affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benarji Tegala is affiliated with Texoma Medical Center and Tmc- Bonham Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benarji Tegala was last updated on November 19, 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.