Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Robert Benson, M.D.
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Ponchatoula, LA
- NPI 1962406843
- Accepts Medicare
- 50 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
180 N 5Th St
Ponchatoula, LA 704542532
(985) 370-7768
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 1, 2007
- Year of graduation
- 1976 — 50 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #013754
- Medicaid
- LA #1175358
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1962406843. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
498
Distinct HCPCS
9
Medicare allowed
$30,852
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 116 | 35 | $6 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 95 | 86 | $83 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 68 | 61 | $49 | |
17110 |
Destruction of skin growth, 1-14 growths | 61 | 60 | $99 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 60 | 53 | $53 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 44 | 42 | $117 | |
11102 |
Biopsy of related skin growth, first growth | 27 | 26 | $81 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 15 | 15 | $102 | |
99202 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 15-29 minutes | 12 | 12 | $68 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 110. This provider delivers 4.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$32
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $32.35 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
473
Patients
252
Total drug cost
$89,596
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 91 | 68 | $1,092 |
| Ketoconazole | Generic | 90 | 39 | $1,849 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 46 | 31 | $816 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 37 | 34 | $67 |
| Minoxidil | Generic | 35 | 0 | $255 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 30 | 23 | $959 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 29 | 20 | $202 |
| Ammonium Lactate | Generic | 21 | 13 | $451 |
| Betamethasone Dipropionate | Generic | 21 | 0 | $1,275 |
| Dupixent Pen (Dupilumab) | Brand | 20 | 0 | $81,067 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Robert Benson's medical specialty?
Dr. Robert Benson practices Dermatology Physician in Ponchatoula, LA.
Where does Dr. Robert Benson practice?
Dr. Robert Benson practices at 180 N 5Th St, Ponchatoula, LA 704542532. Office phone: 9853707768.
What is Dr. Robert Benson's NPI?
Dr. Robert Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1962406843, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Robert Benson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Robert Benson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Robert Benson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths (HCPCS 17003); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth (HCPCS 17000). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.