Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Paulson, M.D.
Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Des Moines, IA
- NPI 1184864340
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 93.3 / 100 · 2023
- 22 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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450 Laurel St Ste A
Des Moines, IA 503143045
(515) 247-8400
fax (515) 248-8888 - Additional location
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5900 E University Ave Ste 201
Pleasant Hill, IA 503278468 - Additional location
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710 E 1St St
Ankeny, IA 500212128
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 19, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2004 — 22 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2086S0105X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Iowa #39061
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1184864340. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,369
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$74,590
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 1,432 | 216 | $1 | |
20600 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint | 173 | 83 | $46 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 168 | 129 | $85 | |
20550 |
Injection into tendon or ligament | 141 | 78 | $43 | |
20526 |
Injection of carpal tunnel | 114 | 78 | $88 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 76 | 76 | $104 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 58 | 30 | $33 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 35 | 35 | $156 | |
20605 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from medium joint | 33 | 22 | $41 | |
73140 |
X-ray of finger, minimum of 2 views | 32 | 22 | $33 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in Des Moines Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician, average services per provider: 117. This provider delivers 20× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$256
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 4 | $256.24 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
100
Patients
90
Total drug cost
$699
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 73 | 65 | $626 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 27 | 25 | $72 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Paulson's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Paulson practices Surgery of the Hand (Surgery) Physician in Des Moines, IA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Paulson practice?
Dr. Benjamin Paulson practices at 450 Laurel St Ste A, Des Moines, IA 503143045. Office phone: 5152478400.
What is Dr. Benjamin Paulson's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Paulson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1184864340, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Paulson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Paulson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Paulson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from small joint (HCPCS 20600); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.