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DR. CHRISTOPHER B BENSON M.D.
NPI 1598732901
Obstetrics & Gynecology in Lancaster, SC

Active since March 03, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
834 W MEETING ST STE E, LANCASTER, SC 29720(803) 285-5900(803) 285-5900 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: February 9, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Christopher B Benson M.d. NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER B BENSON M.D. (NPI 1598732901) is an individual obstetrics & gynecology provider in Lancaster, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (19287) and active in the NPI registry since March 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Beaufort County Memorial Hospital, and is a graduate of Georgetown University School Of Medicine (1989).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598732901
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207V00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTOPHER B BENSONCredential: M.D.
Location Address834 W MEETING ST STE ELancaster, SC 29720-6220
Mailing Address989 Ribaut Rd, Suite 210, Beaufort Memorial Obstetric's & Gynecology SpecialistsBeaufort, SC 29902 · (843) 522-7820 · Fax (843) 522-7821
Phone(803) 285-5900
Fax(803) 285-5900
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSGeorgetown University School Of MedicineGraduated 1989
Enumeration DateMarch 3, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateFebruary 9, 2026
NPPES CertifiedFebruary 9, 2026
✔ NPI 1598732901 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207V00000X
License✔ Licensed in SC · 19287
Definition
An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.
834 W MEETING ST STE E, Lancaster, SC 29720
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Other Identifiers 2

OtherSC30593365SC · Medicare Pin
Medicaid192874SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina 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

Dr. Christopher B Benson 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 ID749238210
PECOS Enrollment IDI20050111000770, I20130103000009
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 7

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.
50 services42 patients
Cervical or vaginal cancer screening; pelvic and clinical breast examination G0101
This procedure involves checking for health issues in the lower abdomen and chest area. It helps identify early signs of certain conditions, increasing the chance for successful treatment. It's a routine check-up that's important for maintaining good health.
42 services42 patients
Screening papanicolaou smear; obtaining, preparing and conveyance of cervical or vaginal smear to laboratory Q0091
A Papanicolaou smear, often called a Pap smear, is a test to check for changes in cells. A small sample is gently collected from the lower region and sent to a lab for examination. This helps in early detection of potential health issues.
40 services40 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.
27 services24 patients
Complete ultrasound scan of pelvis 76856
A complete ultrasound scan of the pelvis is a safe, non-invasive imaging procedure. It uses sound waves to create pictures of your lower abdomen area, helping doctors to evaluate and diagnose any potential issues. It's painless and usually takes about 30 minutes.
24 services22 patients
Ultrasound scan of uterus, ovaries, tubes, cervix and pelvic area through vagina 76830
An ultrasound scan of the lower abdominal region is a safe, non-invasive procedure that uses sound waves to create images of internal structures. This helps in checking the health of reproductive organs and detecting any abnormalities. The scan is done via a small probe inserted into the body.
22 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Beaufort County Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Beaufort, SC
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Local
CMS Certification Number420067
Location955 Ribaut RdBeaufort, SC 29902 · Beaufort County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29720 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
$124.04 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $31.01 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

75.3/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality64.75
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost53.76

Reported Quality Measures

e-Prescribing
At least one permissible prescription written by the MIPS eligible clinician is queried for a drug formulary and transmitted electronically using certified EHR technology.
84%888 patients2/55-star benchmark: 99%
Medication Reconciliation
The MIPS eligible clinician performs medication reconciliation for at least one transition of care in which the patient is transitioned into the care of the MIPS eligible clinician.
94%413 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%
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.
47%1,690 patients2/55-star benchmark: 97%
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…
89%1,690 patients4/55-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…
29%1,690 patients2/55-star benchmark: 89%
View, Download, or Transmit (VDT)
At least one patient seen by the MIPS eligible clinician during the performance period (or patient-authorized representative) views, downloads or transmits their health information to a third party during the performance period.
53%1,690 patients
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.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 3

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

STACI ERNANDEZ POLK PA-C
Physician Assistant
834 W MEETING ST STE E
LANCASTER, SC 29720
Lancaster County (803) 285-5900
NANCY L. BURLESON MD
Obstetrics & Gynecology
834 W MEETING ST STE E
LANCASTER, SC 29720
Lancaster County (803) 285-5900
MEDICAL UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL AUTHORITY
Clinic/Center (Rural Health)
834 W MEETING ST STE E
LANCASTER, SC 29720
Lancaster County (803) 285-5900

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 Christopher Benson's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christopher Benson is 1598732901. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 3, 2006.

Where is Christopher Benson located?

Christopher Benson practices at 834 W Meeting St Ste E, Lancaster, SC 29720. The listed phone number is (803) 285-5900.

What is Christopher Benson's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology with taxonomy code 207V00000X.

Is Christopher Benson enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christopher 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.

What insurance does Christopher Benson accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and UnitedHealthcare list Christopher Benson 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 Christopher Benson affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Christopher Benson is affiliated with Beaufort County Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christopher Benson was last updated on February 9, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 months 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.