ANJEANETTE CHRISTINE BENJAMIN PA
NPI 1861461618
Physician Assistant in Asheville, NC
NPI Status: Active since March 15, 2006
Contact Information
1100 TUNNEL RD
ASHEVILLE, NC
ZIP 28805
Phone: (828) 431-5600
Fax: (828) 431-5631
- Individual
- Female
- Physician Assistant
- PECOS Enrolled
About ANJEANETTE BENJAMIN
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Anjeanette Benjamin, a primary care provider established in Asheville, North Carolina with a medical specialization in Physician Assistant. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1861461618 assigned on March 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 363A00000X with license number 0010-06875 (NC). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 2 years ago.
- NPI
- 1861461618
- Provider Name
- ANJEANETTE CHRISTINE BENJAMIN PA
- Gender
- Female
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 1100 TUNNEL RD ASHEVILLE, NC 28805
- Location Phone
- (828) 431-5600
- Location Fax
- (828) 431-5631
- Mailing Address
- 101 CABARRUS AVE E CONCORD, NC 28025
- Mailing Phone
- (888) 849-7379
- Mailing Fax
- (828) 431-5631
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 03-15-2006
- Last Update Date
- 04-15-2024
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A primary care provider (PCP) like Anjeanette Benjamin sees people with common medical problems. The primary care provider might be a doctor, physician assistant, nurse practitioner or clinic that are usually involved in your long-term care. A PCP might provide preventive care, treat common medical conditions, identify urgent medical problems and refer you to specialists when necessary. Primary care is usually provided in an outpatient facility but if you are admitted to a hospital your PCP may assist in your care. The most common medical conditions seen by primary care providers are: hypertension, upper respiratory tract infections, depression or anxiety, back pain, arthritis, dermatitis, diabetes, urinary tract infections, etc .
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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy
The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.
- Classification
Physician Assistant
- Taxonomy Code
- 363A00000X
- Type
- Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- License No.
- 0010-06875
- License State
- NC
- Taxonomy Description
- A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
Secondary Taxonomies
The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.
| No. | Taxonomy Code | Type | Classification / Specialization |
License No. (State) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 363A00000X | Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers | Physician Assistant | 10-75 (NC) |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Anjeanette Benjamin is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.
What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.
Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes
Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes
Provider Referred Orders for Durable Medical Equipment, Devices & Supplies
The following list reflects the services, supplies or durable medical equipment ordered by this provider to a DME supplier on behalf of patients. The information below is derived from Medicare claims data and reflects the BETOS category, HCPCS code information and the number times each service was submitted under the Medicare fee-for-service program.
Durable Medical Equipment
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC000N)
Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing (HCPCS:E0431)
1 DME suppliers used 22 Medicare Claims 22 Services Paid
DME-Oxygen and Supplies (DC002N)
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate (HCPCS:E1390)
1 DME suppliers used 22 Medicare Claims 22 Services Paid
Areas of Expertise
The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month
Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 1 hour
Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 25 minutes
Established patient custodial care facility, group care, or assisted living visit, typically 40 minutes
Physician or allowed practitioner certification for medicare-covered home health services under a home health plan of care (patient not present), including contacts with home health agency and review of reports of patient status required by physicians and
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.
This service was performed 17 times for 17 patientsChronic Care Management services involve regular check-ins with healthcare professionals to manage two or more chronic conditions. It includes an additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time per month, directed by a healthcare professional, to ensure optimal health management.
This service was performed 171 times for 29 patientsChronic care management services involve a healthcare professional directing clinical staff in managing your chronic conditions. This includes the first 20 minutes per month of services like medication management, care coordination, and health monitoring to help improve your health and quality of life.
This service was performed 207 times for 31 patientsThis service involves a healthcare professional visiting an established patient in a group care facility or assisted living for about an hour. The visit may include health checks, medication management, and addressing any health concerns to maintain the patient's well-being.
This service was performed 66 times for 26 patientsThis refers to a routine medical visit for an established patient living in a group care facility, custodial care, or assisted living. The visit typically lasts 25 minutes and includes a check-up and discussion about ongoing healthcare needs.
This service was performed 21 times for 11 patientsThis is a routine visit for established patients residing in care facilities like nursing homes or assisted living. The visit typically lasts about 40 minutes, during which the healthcare provider checks your overall health, discusses any concerns, and adjusts care plans as needed.
This service was performed 367 times for 33 patientsThis is a service where a doctor or authorized practitioner certifies that you require Medicare-covered home health services. They will communicate with the home health agency and review reports on your health status to ensure you receive appropriate care. This does not involve an in-person visit.
This service was performed 25 times for 20 patientsPhysician Visit Costs
The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.
For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.
The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 28805 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $83.9
- Minimum New Patient Price $54.12
- Maximum New Patient Price $165.09
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.97
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.53
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.27
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99213
- Average Established Patient Price $67.72
- Minimum Established Patient Price $17.21
- Maximum Established Patient Price $134.61
- Average Established Patient Copayment $16.93
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.3
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.65
* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.
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NPI NPI Number Validation
How NPI Validation Works
The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.
To verify the NPI 1861461618, we treat the final digit (8) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 62. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 62 = 8).
Digit-by-digit view
Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.
Step 1: Double every other digit from the right
Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.
Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant
Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.
Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10
The next multiple of ten after 62 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1861461618, enumerated as an "individual" on March 15, 2006.
The provider is located at 1100 TUNNEL RD ASHEVILLE, NC 28805 and the phone number is (828) 431-5600.
Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.