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BENJAMIN LEE WHITE MD
NPI 1922489962
Surgery in West Columbia, SC

Active since June 16, 2015PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
83.03/100
CMS Quality Rating
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400, WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169(803) 936-3300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: March 11, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Mar 11, 2025, Feb 23, 2023, Dec 22, 2021 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2020).

About Benjamin Lee White Md NPPES

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

BENJAMIN LEE WHITE MD (NPI 1922489962) is an individual surgery provider in West Columbia, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (38417) and active in the NPI registry since June 2015. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, and maintains 4 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1922489962
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208600000X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN LEE WHITECredential: MD
Location Address146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400West Columbia, SC 29169-4800
Mailing AddressPo Box 6069West Columbia, SC 29171-6069 · (803) 791-2000
Phone(803) 936-3300
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMedical University Of South Carolina College Of MedicineGraduated 2015
Enumeration DateJune 16, 2015
Last NPPES UpdateMarch 11, 20256 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedMarch 11, 2025
✔ NPI 1922489962 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208600000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in SC · 38417✔ Licensed in SC · MMD.31487 LL✔ Licensed in VA · 0101269486
Definition
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400, West Columbia, SC 29169
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Secondary Practice Locations 4

Location 16010 Highway 707 Ste 300Myrtle Beach, SC 29588-7321 · Phone (843) 347-3900 · Fax (843) 347-3930
Location 22361 Cypress CircleConway, SC 29526-8921 · Phone (843) 347-3900 · Fax (843) 347-3930
Location 32405 Second Loop Rd, Suite DFlorence, SC 29501-1602 · Phone (843) 347-3900 · Fax (843) 347-3930
Location 41300 Jefferson Park AveCharlottesville, VA 22903-3363 · Phone (434) 924-2150 · Fax (434) 243-9433

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid384177SC

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Benjamin Lee White Md 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 ID3173823283
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210819001847
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 4

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.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
56 services56 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.
44 services34 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with low level of medical decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99203
This service involves an initial office or outpatient visit for a new patient. The healthcare professional will spend 30-44 minutes understanding your health history, current issues, and discussing possible treatment plans. It's a comprehensive evaluation to start your healthcare journey.
19 services19 patients
Repair of groin hernia using an endoscope 49650
This procedure involves the use of an endoscope, a thin tube with a camera, to repair a hernia in the groin area. The surgeon makes small incisions, inserts the endoscope, and uses special tools to fix the hernia. This minimally invasive technique often results in quicker recovery times.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Lexington Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · West Columbia, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number420073
Location2720 Sunset BlvdWest Columbia, SC 29169 · Lexington County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29169 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
$83.18 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
Most-billed visit code 99213
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.

83.03/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality80.45
Promoting Interoperability89
Improvement Activities40
Cost72.17

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

AMANDA J THOMPSON PA-C
Physician Assistant (Medical)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. SOLON GRAY HUGHES MD
Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. ELIZABETH ELLEN PRICE D.O.
Colon & Rectal Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. MARC C ANTONETTI MD
Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. JOHN D. DEPERI M. D.
Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
ERIN THOMPSON WIESENDANGER LISW
Social Worker (Clinical)
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
DR. ALYSSA FESMIRE M.D.
Surgery
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300
LORI DEBORAH NORRIS NP-C
Nurse Practitioner
146 E HOSPITAL DR STE 400
WEST COLUMBIA, SC 29169
Lexington County (803) 936-3300

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 Benjamin White's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin White is 1922489962. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 16, 2015.

Where is Benjamin White located?

Benjamin White practices at 146 E Hospital Dr Ste 400, West Columbia, SC 29169. The listed phone number is (803) 936-3300.

What is Benjamin White's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Is Benjamin White enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin White 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.

What insurance does Benjamin White accept?

Health plans from Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of North Carolina, BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, Molina Healthcare and UnitedHealthcare list Benjamin White 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 Benjamin White affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin White is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin White was last updated on March 11, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 16 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.