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DR. SARAH MEIRA BENCHAYA M.D.
NPI 1831503101
Psychiatry & Neurology - Epilepsy in Hartford, CT

Active since June 16, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
86.41/100
CMS Quality Rating
80 SEYMOUR STREET #JB 604, HARTFORD, CT 06102(860) 545-5120(860) 545-5003 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 2, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: October 18, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 2, 2024, Jul 11, 2019 (2 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Sarah Meira Benchaya M.d. NPPES

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

DR. SARAH MEIRA BENCHAYA M.D. (NPI 1831503101) is an individual epilepsy provider in Hartford, Connecticut, licensed in Connecticut (61794) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2005).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1831503101
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084E0001X
Provider Legal NameDR. SARAH MEIRA BENCHAYACredential: M.D.
Location Address80 SEYMOUR STREET #JB 604Hartford, CT 06102
Mailing Address80 Seymour Street #jb 604, University Of Connecticut Hartford HospitalHartford, CT 06102 · (860) 545-5120 · Fax (860) 545-5003
Phone(860) 545-5120
Fax(860) 545-5003
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 2, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 2, 2024
✔ NPI 1831503101 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · EpilepsyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084E0001X
License✔ Licensed in CT · 61794
Definition
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology focused on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with epilepsy, including new-onset, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations (the elderly, women, patients with co-morbidities). Epilepsy is a multidisciplinary field that provides comprehensive care of the patient.
Also ListedPsychiatry & Neurology · NeurologyTaxonomy 2084N0400X · License 61794 (CT)

Other Names 1

Professional Name (2)Dr. Sarah Benchaya M.d.

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield.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

Dr. Sarah Meira Benchaya 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 ID1850610924
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190701002361
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 Reassignments

3

Medicare enrollment records show Sarah Meira Benchaya reassigns Medicare billing to 3 organizations. Each organization bills Medicare for the services this provider delivers there; the nearest is listed first.

Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Specialists, PLLC
Surgery
85 SEYMOUR ST STE 415
Hartford, CT 06106
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 1,921 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1023584216 (860) 246-2071
Hartford Hospital
Surgery
80 SEYMOUR ST, HARTFORD HOSPITAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
Hartford, CT 06102
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • Also billed through NPI 1770696643 (Connecticut)
  • 1,333 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1407806391 (860) 545-7602
The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital
General Acute Care Hospital
540 LITCHFIELD ST
Torrington, CT 06790
  • Reassigned Medicare billing, Connecticut enrollment
  • 374 clinicians in this Medicare group
NPI 1629075734 (860) 496-6729

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 7

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.

Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and drowsy 95816
Measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This procedure is done when you're awake and drowsy to understand how your brain functions during different states of consciousness.
65 services65 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity with video (veeg), 12-26 hours with review and report by health care professional 95720
This procedure monitors brain wave activity over 12-26 hours using Video EEG (VEEG). It involves recording brain waves and video to detect irregularities. A healthcare professional will review the data and provide a report. It's non-invasive and safe.
35 services24 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), in coma or asleep 95822
The measurement of brain wave activity, also known as an EEG, is a non-invasive test that records electrical patterns in your brain. This is done when you're asleep or in a coma, to help understand brain function and identify any abnormalities.
33 services32 patients
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.
30 services25 patients
Measurement of brain wave activity (eeg), awake and asleep 95819
The measurement of brain wave activity, known as an EEG, records the brain's electrical signals. It's performed when you're awake and asleep to monitor your brain's functioning. It helps in diagnosing conditions like epilepsy, sleep disorders, and other neurological issues.
29 services29 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.
17 services17 patients

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.

86.41/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality81.99
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost43.03

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 Sarah Meira Benchaya's NPI number?

The NPI number for Sarah Meira Benchaya is 1831503101. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2014. The provider is also known as Dr. Sarah Benchaya M.D..

Where is Sarah Meira Benchaya located?

Sarah Meira Benchaya practices at 80 Seymour Street #jb 604, Hartford, CT 06102. The listed phone number is (860) 545-5120.

What is Sarah Meira Benchaya's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Epilepsy, with taxonomy code 2084E0001X.

Is Sarah Meira Benchaya enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Sarah Meira Benchaya 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 organizations bill Medicare for Sarah Meira Benchaya's services?

According to the CMS Revalidation Reassignment List (October 2026 release), Sarah Meira Benchaya reassigns Medicare benefits to 3 organizations: Hartford Healthcare Medical Group Specialists, PLLC (Hartford, CT), Hartford Hospital (Hartford, CT) and The Charlotte Hungerford Hospital (Torrington, CT). Each 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 Sarah Meira Benchaya's services. Reassignment records can lag staffing changes; confirm current arrangements with the organization.

What insurance does Sarah Meira Benchaya accept?

Health plans from Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield list Sarah Meira Benchaya 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 Sarah Meira Benchaya was last updated on July 2, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.