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MATTHEW V. BENNS M.D.
NPI 1770621765
Surgery - Surgical Critical Care in Louisville, KY

Active since February 02, 2007PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
73.19/100
CMS Quality Rating
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 710, LOUISVILLE, KY 40202(502) 583-8303 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 11, 2017. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: November 08, 2026.

About Matthew V. Benns M.d. NPPES

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

MATTHEW V. BENNS M.D. (NPI 1770621765) is an individual surgical critical care provider in Louisville, Kentucky, licensed in Kentucky (44116) and active in the NPI registry since February 2007. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare, and is a graduate of Indiana University School Of Medicine (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770621765
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2086S0102X
Provider Legal NameMATTHEW V. BENNSCredential: M.D.
Location Address401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 710Louisville, KY 40202-5700
Mailing AddressPo Box 909Louisville, KY 40201-0909 · (502) 588-0329 · Fax (502) 588-0326
Phone(502) 583-8303
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSIndiana University School Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateFebruary 2, 2007
Last NPPES UpdateMay 11, 2017
✔ NPI 1770621765 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtySurgery · Surgical Critical CareAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2086S0102X
License✔ Licensed in KY · 44116
Definition
A surgeon with expertise in the management of the critically ill and postoperative patient, particularly the trauma victim, who specializes in critical care medicine diagnoses, treats and supports patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may have administrative responsibilities for intensive care units and may also facilitate and coordinate patient care among the primary physician, the critical care staff and other specialists.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 44116 (KY)
401 E CHESTNUT ST, Louisville, KY 40202
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter Health, Ambetter of Tennessee and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, billing reassignment, and ordering and referring status from CMS.

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Matthew V. Benns 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 ID3375711534
PECOS Enrollment IDI20110714000595
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.

Medicare Billing Reassignment

Medicare enrollment records show Matthew Benns reassigns Medicare billing to 1 organization. The organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there.

University Of Louisville Physicians, Inc.
Same address
Neurology
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 510
Louisville, KY 40202
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Kentucky enrollment
  • 2,337 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1063778744 (502) 589-0802

Source: CMS Revalidation Reassignment List, October 2026 release. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm a current affiliation with the organization.

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.
120 services49 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
92 services57 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
56 services56 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 99221
Initial hospital inpatient care refers to the first day of your stay in the hospital. This service typically includes a 30-minute check-up with a healthcare professional. They'll assess your health, discuss your condition, and plan your treatment. It's part of ensuring you receive the best possible care.
12 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180040
Location200 Abraham Flexner WayLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services

University Of Louisville Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Louisville, KY
1/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number180141
Location530 South Jackson StreetLouisville, KY 40202 · Jefferson County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

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.

73.19/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality58.74
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost51.91

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 4

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Parenteral nutrition solution, not otherwise specified, 10 grams lipids B4185
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
1 supplier22 claims569 services$11.19 avg. paid by Medicare
Parenteral nutrition solution; compounded amino acid and carbohydrates with electrolytes, trace elements and vitamins, including preparation, any strength, 74 to 100 grams of protein - premix B4197
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
1 supplier20 claims139 services$278.52 avg. paid by Medicare
Parenteral nutrition supply kit; premix, per day B4220
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
1 supplier22 claims150 services$7.97 avg. paid by Medicare
Parenteral nutrition administration kit, per day B4224
Other-Enteral and Parenteral · category OB005N
1 supplier22 claims150 services$24.90 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 20

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

DR. CHRISTOPHER R. SHAFER M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 510
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 588-4800
KELLI M. BULLARD DUNN MD
Colon & Rectal Surgery
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 710
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 583-8303
JASON WAYNE SMITH MD
Surgery (Surgical Critical Care)
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 710
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 583-8303
SRI PRAKASH L MOKSHAGUNDAM MD
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
401 E CHESTNUT ST, STE #310
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 588-4600
DR. VICTORIA SKELTON YUNKER MD.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Psychiatry)
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 610
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 588-4450
THERESA BRADSHAW BS
Occupational Therapist (Neurorehabilitation)
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 510
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 589-0802
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE RESEARCH FOUNDATION
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 710
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 583-8303
UNIVERSITY OF LOUISVILLE RESEARCH FOUNDATION
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology)
401 E CHESTNUT ST, SUITE 510
LOUISVILLE, KY 40202
Jefferson County (502) 589-0802

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 Matthew Benns's NPI number?

The NPI number for Matthew Benns is 1770621765. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on February 2, 2007.

Where is Matthew Benns located?

Matthew Benns practices at 401 E Chestnut St Suite 710, Louisville, KY 40202. The listed phone number is (502) 583-8303.

What is Matthew Benns's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery, specializing in Surgical Critical Care, with taxonomy code 2086S0102X.

Is Matthew Benns enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Matthew Benns 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.

Which organization bills Medicare for Matthew Benns's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Matthew Benns reassigns Medicare benefits to University Of Louisville Physicians, Inc. (Louisville, KY). The reassignment is filed with Medicare on form CMS-855R, signed by both the clinician and the organization, and lets the organization bill Medicare and receive payment for Matthew Benns's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Matthew Benns accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter of Tennessee and Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Matthew Benns 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 Matthew Benns affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Matthew Benns is affiliated with Jewish Hospital & St Mary's Healthcare and University Of Louisville Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Matthew Benns was last updated on May 11, 2017. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 9 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.