DR. KRISTEN ANN BENNINGER M.D.
NPI 1770960072
Family Medicine in Smithfield, NC

Q: What is Kristen Benninger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Kristen Benninger is 1770960072. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 6, 2015. The provider is also known as Kristen Ann Briggs.

Q: What is Kristen Benninger's specialty?

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

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Kristen Benninger was last updated on March 25, 2021. 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 06, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

509 N BRIGHTLEAF BLVD, SMITHFIELD, NC 27577(919) 938-7189 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 25, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 27, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 25, 2021, Dec 23, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

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About Dr. Kristen Ann Benninger M.d. NPPES

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

DR. KRISTEN ANN BENNINGER M.D. (NPI 1770960072) is an individual family medicine provider in Smithfield, North Carolina, licensed in North Carolina (2018-00906) and active in the NPI registry since May 2015. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Duke University Hospital, and maintains a secondary practice location in Chapel Hill.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1770960072

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X

Provider Legal NameDR. KRISTEN ANN BENNINGERCredential: M.D.

Location Address509 N BRIGHTLEAF BLVDSmithfield, NC 27577-4407

Mailing Address210 White Oak DrDurham, NC 27707-9584 · (469) 667-9282

Phone(919) 938-7189

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2015

Enumeration DateMay 6, 2015

Last NPPES UpdateMarch 25, 20212 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMarch 25, 2021

✔ NPI 1770960072 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code207Q00000X

License✔ Licensed in NC · 2018-00906

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.

Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License 2018-00906 (NC)

509 N BRIGHTLEAF BLVD, Smithfield, NC 27577

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Kristen Ann Briggs

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 1590 Manning Dr, UNC SOM Dept of Family MedicineChapel Hill, NC 27599-7595 · Phone (919) 966-3456 · Fax (919) 966-6125

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, Ambetter of Tennessee 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. Kristen Ann Benninger 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 ID3779896576

PECOS Enrollment IDI20181126001590

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 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.

201 services102 patients

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.

79 services60 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.

56 services56 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.

29 services28 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.

25 services25 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

20 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Duke University Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipProprietary

CMS Certification Number340030

Location2100 Erwin RdDurham, NC 27705 · Durham County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Duke Regional Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Durham, NC

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number340155

Location3643 N Roxboro StreetDurham, NC 27704 · Durham County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 27577 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

$83.90 typical visit price

range $54.12 – $165.09

Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$95.94 typical visit price

range $17.21 – $134.61

Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)

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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Walker, heavy duty, wheeled, rigid or folding, any type E0149

DME-Other DME · category DE000N

3 suppliers14 claims14 services$5.74 avg. paid by Medicare

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431

DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N

1 supplier19 claims19 services$16.96 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

1 supplier26 claims26 services$83.31 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.

FRANKLIN REGIONAL EMERGENCY PHYSICIANS, PLLC

Emergency Medicine

509 N BRIGHTLEAF BLVD, EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
SMITHFIELD, NC 27577

Johnston County (919) 934-8171

BRANDON HERB M.D.

Emergency Medicine