BENSON GARRICK MESSER MD
NPI 1871752055
Emergency Medicine in Columbia, SC
NPI Status: Active since June 03, 2008
Contact Information
2435 FOREST DR
COLUMBIA, SC
ZIP 29204
Phone: (803) 361-1282
- Individual
- Male
- Emergency Medicine
- Accepts Insurance
- PECOS Enrolled
About BENSON MESSER
This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Benson Messer, a provider established in Columbia, South Carolina with a medical specialization in Emergency Medicine. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1871752055 assigned on June 2008. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207P00000X with license number 30832 (SC). The provider is registered as an individual and his NPI record was last updated 4 years ago.
- NPI
- 1871752055
- Provider Name
- BENSON GARRICK MESSER MD
- Gender
- Male
- Entity Type
- Individual
- Location Address
- 2435 FOREST DR COLUMBIA, SC 29204
- Location Phone
- (803) 361-1282
- Mailing Address
- PO BOX 953722 ATLANTA, GA 31195
- Mailing Phone
- (843) 792-6200
- Is Sole Proprietor?
- No
- Enumeration Date
- 06-03-2008
- Last Update Date
- 01-04-2022
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Location Map
Secondary Locations
- 14 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 350
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 434-1663
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
Emergency Medicine
- Taxonomy Code
- 207P00000X
- Type
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- License No.
- 30832
- License State
- SC
- Taxonomy Description
- An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
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 | 207PE0004X | Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians | Emergency Medicine | LL30832 (SC) |
Insurance Plans Accepted
According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:
- First Choice Next Bronze Essential - HMO
- First Choice Next Bronze Premier - HMO
- First Choice Next Bronze Signature - HMO
- First Choice Next Gold Premier - HMO
- First Choice Next Gold Signature - HMO
- First Choice Next Silver Essential - HMO
- First Choice Next Silver Premier - HMO
- First Choice Next Silver Signature - HMO
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.
*Please verify directly with this provider to make sure your insurance plan is currently accepted.
Additional Identifiers
The NPI Enumerator encourages providers to submit additional identifiers with their NPI application although the submission of this information is optional. The additional identifier(s) section includes other numbers or codes currently or formerly used as an identifier for the provider by other public healthcare entities. The identifiers may include UPIN, NSC, OSCAR, DEA, Medicaid State or PIN identification numbers.
| Identifier | Type / Code | Identifier State | Identifier Issuer |
|---|---|---|---|
| PENDING | MEDICAID (05) | SC |
Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status
Benson Messer 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
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.
Emergency department visit for life threatening or functioning severity
Emergency department visit for problem of high severity
Emergency department visit for problem of mild to moderate severity
Emergency department visit for problem of moderate severity
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
This service was performed 230 times for 224 patientsAn emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
This service was performed 112 times for 110 patientsAn emergency department visit for a mild to moderate issue is when you seek immediate medical attention for a non-life-threatening condition. This could include minor injuries, moderate pain, or illnesses like the flu. During the visit, healthcare professionals assess your condition, provide treatment, and may recommend follow-up care.
This service was performed 25 times for 23 patientsAn emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
This service was performed 66 times for 65 patientsA routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
This service was performed 21 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 29204 ZIP code area.
New Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99203
- Average New Patient Price $83.18
- Minimum New Patient Price $53.57
- Maximum New Patient Price $163.84
- Average New Patient Copayment $20.79
- Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.39
- Maximum New Patient Copayment $40.96
Established Patients Visit Costs *
The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214
- Average Established Patient Price $95.12
- Minimum Established Patient Price $16.96
- Maximum Established Patient Price $133.52
- Average Established Patient Copayment $23.78
- Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.24
- Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.38
* 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 1871752055, we treat the final digit (5) 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 55. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (60 - 55 = 5).
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 55 is 60. The difference is the calculated check digit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1871752055, enumerated as an "individual" on June 03, 2008.
The provider is located at 2435 FOREST DR COLUMBIA, SC 29204 and the phone number is (803) 361-1282.
Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.
The provider might be accepting Accepts: First Choice Next, Medicare and Medicaid. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.
