PETER BENZIGER MD
NPI 1811332786
Family Medicine in Hood River, OR

Active since May 06, 2013PECOS Enrolled
94.9/100
CMS Quality Rating
1750 12TH ST, HOOD RIVER, OR 97031(541) 386-5070(541) 386-7190 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 29, 2016. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 26, 2026.

About Peter Benziger Md NPPES

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

PETER BENZIGER MD (NPI 1811332786) is an individual family medicine provider in Hood River, Oregon, licensed in Oregon (MD170856) and active in the NPI registry since May 2013. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Mid-columbia Medical Center, and is a graduate of Tufts University School Of Medicine (2013).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1811332786
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207Q00000X
Provider Legal NamePETER BENZIGERCredential: MD
Location Address1750 12TH STHood River, OR 97031-9540
Mailing Address1750 12th StHood River, OR 97031-9540 · (541) 386-5070 · Fax (541) 386-7190
Fax(541) 386-7190
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSTufts University School Of MedicineGraduated 2013
Enumeration DateMay 6, 2013
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 29, 2016
NPI 1811332786 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyFamily MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207Q00000X
License Licensed in OR · MD170856
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.

1750 12TH ST, Hood River, OR 97031

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare (PECOS)

Peter Benziger Md is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID6204126832
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160609001345
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 5

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.
60 services31 patients
Hemoglobin a1c level 83036
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c) is a test that measures your average blood sugar level over the past 2-3 months. It's used to monitor how well diabetes is being controlled. High levels may indicate that your diabetes treatment plan needs adjustment.
31 services22 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.
21 services21 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
18 services18 patients
Urinalysis, manual test 81002
A urinalysis is a simple, non-invasive test that checks the urine for various elements such as sugar, protein, and signs of infection. It can help detect many common conditions, including kidney disease and diabetes. The manual test involves a lab technician examining a urine sample.
17 services15 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Mid-Columbia Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · The Dalles, OR
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number380001
Location1700 E 19th StreetThe Dalles, OR 97058 · Wasco County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital

Critical Access Hospitals · Hood River, OR
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church
CMS Certification Number381318
Location810 12th StreetHood River, OR 97031 · Hood River County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 97031 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
$84.82 typical visit price
range $54.96 – $166.64
Typical copayment $21.20 (range $13.74 – $41.66)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$97.16 typical visit price
range $17.68 – $136.19
Typical copayment $24.29 (range $4.42 – $34.04)
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.

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.

94.9/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality83
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost100

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.

Blood glucose test or reagent strips for home blood glucose monitor, per 50 strips A4253
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
5 suppliers20 claims86 services$6.13 avg. paid by Medicare
Albuterol, up to 2.5 mg and ipratropium bromide, up to 0.5 mg, fda-approved final product, non-compounded, administered through dme J7620
DME-Drugs Administered Through DME · category DG006N
3 suppliers19 claims1,626 services$0.05 avg. paid by Medicare
Supply allowance for therapeutic continuous glucose monitor (cgm), includes all supplies and accessories, 1 month supply = 1 unit of service K0553
DME-Other DME · category DE017N
2 suppliers17 claims17 services$174.07 avg. paid by Medicare
Pharmacy dispensing fee for inhalation drug(s); per 30 days Q0513
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
3 suppliers13 claims13 services$18.38 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 16

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

Physician Assistant (Medical)
1750 12TH ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Social Worker (Clinical)
1750 12TH ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1750 12TH ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Family Medicine
1750 12TH ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Family Medicine
1750 12TH ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1750 12TH ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Community Health Worker
1750 12TH ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031
Family Medicine
1750 12TH ST
HOOD RIVER, OR 97031

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 Peter Benziger's NPI number?

The NPI number for Peter Benziger is 1811332786. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 6, 2013.

Where is Peter Benziger located?

Peter Benziger practices at 1750 12th St, Hood River, OR 97031. The listed phone number is (541) 386-5070.

What is Peter Benziger's specialty?

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

Is Peter Benziger enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Peter Benziger is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

What insurance does Peter Benziger accept?

Health plans from BridgeSpan Health Company, Moda Health Plan, Inc., PacificSource Health Plans, Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan and 1 other insurer list Peter Benziger 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 Peter Benziger affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Peter Benziger is affiliated with Mid-Columbia Medical Center and Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Peter Benziger was last updated on November 29, 2016. NPI Profile syncs with the weekly NPPES data releases published by CMS.