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DR. RICARDA D BENZ M.D.
NPI 1669453254
Obstetrics & Gynecology - Gynecology in Fullerton, CA

Active since November 10, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare AssignmentCLIA 05D2067016 · Waiver
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, #215, FULLERTON, CA 92835(714) 912-2211(714) 213-8750 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 6, 2014. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 11, 2026.

About Dr. Ricarda D Benz M.d. NPPES

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

DR. RICARDA D BENZ M.D. (NPI 1669453254) is an individual gynecology provider in Fullerton, California, licensed in California (G87188) and active in the NPI registry since November 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, holds a CLIA Waiver certificate valid through October 6, 2027, and is a graduate of Tufts University School Of Medicine (1993).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1669453254
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207VG0400X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICARDA D BENZCredential: M.D.
Location Address100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, #215Fullerton, CA 92835-3813
Mailing Address100 E Valencia Mesa Dr, #215Fullerton, CA 92835-3813 · (714) 912-2211 · Fax (714) 213-8750
Phone(714) 912-2211
Fax(714) 213-8750
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 1993
Enumeration DateNovember 10, 2005
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 6, 2014
✔ NPI 1669453254 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyObstetrics & Gynecology · GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207VG0400X
License✔ Licensed in CA · G87188
Definition
A physician who specializes in diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with gynecologic conditions. Source: National Uniform Claim Committee
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, Fullerton, CA 92835
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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

Dr. Ricarda D Benz 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 ID2264532316
PECOS Enrollment IDI20070703000289
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.

CLIA Laboratory Certificates CMS CLIA

Laboratory certificates issued under the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) program, which sets federal quality standards for human laboratory testing in the United States. There is no official CMS crosswalk between CLIA and NPI numbers; these certificates are associated with this NPI by matching facility names, locations and phone numbers in the CMS CLIA registry.

Certificate of Waiver 05D2067016

Ricarda Benz, M.D., Inc. · Fullerton, CA
Active · expires Oct 6, 2027
CLIA Number05D2067016
Laboratory TypePhysician Office
Certificate Effective DateOctober 7, 2025
Certificate Expiration DateOctober 6, 2027
Laboratory DirectorRicarda Benz, M.D., Ricarda Benz, M.D.,
Laboratory Phone(714) 912-2211
Laboratory LocationRicarda Benz, M.D., Inc.100 E Valencia Mesa Dr Ste 215, Fullerton, CA 92835
CLIA data matches this NPI record on: Address Name Phone
This certificate is issued to a laboratory to perform only waived tests.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 11

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 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.
515 services199 patients
Colorectal cancer screening; fecal occult blood test, immunoassay, 1-3 simultaneous G0328
A fecal occult blood test is a screening tool for colorectal cancer. It checks for tiny amounts of blood in your stool that can't be seen with the naked eye. The immunoassay method can test 1-3 samples at once. This helps detect cancer early, when treatment is most effective.
153 services153 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
151 services120 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.
102 services102 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.
46 services46 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.
44 services39 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92835 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
$142.39 typical visit price
range $62.96 – $187.60
Typical copayment $35.59 (range $15.74 – $46.90)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$77.96 typical visit price
range $20.84 – $153.61
Typical copayment $19.49 (range $5.21 – $38.40)
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.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Individually scored

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.

ANDREW TIEN DUKE M.D.
Internal Medicine (Critical Care Medicine)
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Orange County (714) 992-3969
BOWEN JIANG M.D.
Neurological Surgery
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Orange County (714) 734-3120
CHIKA KAWASHIMA
Physician Assistant
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, SUITE 310
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Orange County (714) 446-5527
MONICA MARTYN RD
Dietitian, Registered
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, SUITE 111
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Orange County (714) 446-5369
BENJAMIN ROTHMAN A PHARMACY CORPORATION
Pharmacy (Community/Retail Pharmacy)
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, SUITE 106
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Orange County (714) 992-1234
EUGENE BYUN MD
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, SUITE 206
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Orange County (714) 446-5050
RENEE M. SODERQUIST RD
Dietitian, Registered
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, SUITE 105
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Orange County (714) 446-5640
DENNIS WAYNE BRILEY PA
Physician Assistant (Surgical)
100 E VALENCIA MESA DR, SUITE 105
FULLERTON, CA 92835
Orange County (714) 446-5200

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 Ricarda Benz's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricarda Benz is 1669453254. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on November 10, 2005.

Where is Ricarda Benz located?

Ricarda Benz practices at 100 E Valencia Mesa Dr #215, Fullerton, CA 92835. The listed phone number is (714) 912-2211.

What is Ricarda Benz's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Obstetrics & Gynecology, specializing in Gynecology, with taxonomy code 207VG0400X.

Is Ricarda Benz enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ricarda Benz 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.

Does Ricarda Benz hold a CLIA laboratory certificate?

Yes. A Certificate of Waiver (number 05D2067016) is associated with this NPI, valid through October 6, 2027. CLIA certificates authorize laboratory testing under the federal Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments program.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricarda Benz was last updated on January 6, 2014. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 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.