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DR. CHRISTEN MARIE BENKE DO
NPI 1649439563
Family Medicine in San Diego, CA

Active since June 05, 2008PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 120, SAN DIEGO, CA 92130(858) 793-2727(858) 793-2650 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: December 24, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Dr. Christen Marie Benke Do NPPES

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

DR. CHRISTEN MARIE BENKE DO (NPI 1649439563) is an individual family medicine provider in San Diego, California, licensed in California (2OA9693) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1649439563
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. CHRISTEN MARIE BENKECredential: DO
Location Address12395 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 120San Diego, CA 92130-3083
Mailing Address12395 El Camino Real, Suite 120San Diego, CA 92130-3083 · (858) 793-2727 · Fax (858) 793-2650
Phone(858) 793-2727
Fax(858) 793-2650
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJune 5, 2008
Last NPPES UpdateDecember 24, 2008
✔ NPI 1649439563 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License✔ Licensed in CA · 2OA9693
Definition

Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.

12395 EL CAMINO REAL, San Diego, CA 92130
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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. Christen Marie Benke 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 ID8820156342
PECOS Enrollment IDI20081027000770
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 10

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, 30-39 minutes 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.
93 services66 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
70 services70 patients
Administration of pneumococcal vaccine G0009
The pneumococcal vaccine helps protect against pneumococcal bacteria, which can cause severe infections like pneumonia and meningitis. The vaccine is given as an injection, typically in the arm. It's recommended for infants, older adults, and those with certain health conditions.
38 services38 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes 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.
33 services30 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.
28 services27 patients
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free 90662
The Influenza Vaccine Split Virus, preservative-free, is a flu shot to protect against the influenza virus. It is made from parts of inactivated flu viruses and doesn't contain preservatives, reducing potential side effects. It helps your body develop immunity to the flu.
26 services25 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92130 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
$94.87 typical visit price
range $62.10 – $184.71
Typical copayment $23.71 (range $15.52 – $46.17)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$108.42 typical visit price
range $20.62 – $151.42
Typical copayment $27.10 (range $5.15 – $37.85)
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.

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.

DR. STUART I RUBENSTEIN MD
Pediatrics
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, #219
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 793-1011
DR. ELENA FISHMAN MD
Pediatrics
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, #219
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 793-1011
DR. VICTOR HERMAN LIPP MD
Pediatrics
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, #219
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 793-1011
EDWIN CHEN M.D.
Ophthalmology
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 300
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 793-0093
JENNIFER POEHLER EASTLACK MD
Dermatology
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 200
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 481-3376
TORREY PINES ORAL & MAXILLOFACIAL SURGERY
Dentist
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 304
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 793-3393
DR. CHARLES CLAYTON PHILLIPS III D.M.D.
Dentist (Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery)
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, STE 304
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 793-3393
DR. MICHAEL WILLIAM LEE M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
12395 EL CAMINO REAL, SUITE 317
SAN DIEGO, CA 92130
San Diego County (858) 794-1250

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 Christen Benke's NPI number?

The NPI number for Christen Benke is 1649439563. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 5, 2008.

Where is Christen Benke located?

Christen Benke practices at 12395 El Camino Real Suite 120, San Diego, CA 92130. The listed phone number is (858) 793-2727.

What is Christen Benke's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Family Medicine with taxonomy code 207Q00000X.

Is Christen Benke enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Christen Benke 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Christen Benke was last updated on December 24, 2008. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.