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DR. MARK RICHARD BENFIELD MD
NPI 1811004245
Pediatrics - Pediatric Nephrology in Cullman, AL

Active since August 23, 2006PECOS Enrolled
1801 PARKVIEW DRIVE NE, CULLMAN, AL 35058(205) 558-3200(205) 623-1090 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 21, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 21, 2025, Aug 2, 2024 (2 updates tracked since 2024).

About Dr. Mark Richard Benfield Md NPPES

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

DR. MARK RICHARD BENFIELD MD (NPI 1811004245) is an individual pediatric nephrology provider in Cullman, Alabama, licensed in Alabama (12284) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811004245
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2080P0210X
Provider Legal NameDR. MARK RICHARD BENFIELDCredential: MD
Location Address1801 PARKVIEW DRIVE NECullman, AL 35058-3618
Mailing Address1801 Parkview Drive NeCullman, AL 35058-3618 · (205) 558-3200 · Fax (205) 623-1090
Phone(205) 558-3200
Fax(205) 623-1090
Sole ProprietorYes
Enumeration DateAugust 23, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 21, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
✔ NPI 1811004245 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPediatrics · Pediatric NephrologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2080P0210X
License✔ Licensed in AL · 12284
Definition
A pediatrician who deals with the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidney and urinary tract, the mechanisms by which the kidney can be damaged, the evaluation and treatment of renal diseases, fluid and electrolyte abnormalities, hypertension and renal replacement therapy.
1801 PARKVIEW DRIVE NE, Cullman, AL 35058
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicaid000015888AL
Medicaid000028811AL
Medicaid122391AL
Medicaid0120252MS

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama, Oscar Insurance Company.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 (PECOS)

Dr. Mark Richard Benfield Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

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.

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 Mark Benfield's NPI number?

The NPI number for Mark Benfield is 1811004245. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 23, 2006.

Where is Mark Benfield located?

Mark Benfield practices at 1801 Parkview Drive NE, Cullman, AL 35058. The listed phone number is (205) 558-3200.

What is Mark Benfield's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Pediatrics, specializing in Pediatric Nephrology, with taxonomy code 2080P0210X.

Is Mark Benfield enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Mark Benfield is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Mark Benfield accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama and Oscar Insurance Company list Mark Benfield 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Mark Benfield was last updated on May 21, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 14 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.