Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Carol Benson, MD

Diagnostic Ultrasound Physician (CMS: Diagnostic Radiology) · Diagnostic Radiology Physician · Boston, MA

  • NPI 1588646657
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 46 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
75 Francis St, Radiology Brigham & Womens Hospital
Boston, MA 021156110
(617) 732-6280

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
Profile last updated
August 1, 2012
Year of graduation
1980 — 46 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
2085U0001X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Massachusetts #52608
Medicaid
MA #3007359

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1588646657. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
908
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$35,168
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
76536 Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue 117 116 $40
76536 Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue 97 97 $29
76700 Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen 78 77 $60
93971 Ultrasound study of one arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 72 70 $22
76770 Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity 70 70 $37
93970 Ultrasound study of arm or leg veins with compression and maneuvers 70 70 $35
76770 Complete ultrasound scan behind abdominal cavity 63 63 $49
76700 Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen 50 50 $40
76856 Complete ultrasound scan of pelvis 34 33 $34
93880 Ultrasound of both sides of head and neck blood flow 31 31 $40

In context: peer comparison

Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 38. This provider delivers 24× the peer median.

Hospital affiliations

CMS Hospital Compare

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Carol Benson's medical specialty?
Dr. Carol Benson practices Diagnostic Ultrasound Physician in Boston, MA.
Where does Dr. Carol Benson practice?
Dr. Carol Benson practices at 75 Francis St, Boston, MA 021156110. Office phone: 6177326280.
What is Dr. Carol Benson's NPI?
Dr. Carol Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588646657, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carol Benson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carol Benson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carol Benson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue (HCPCS 76536); Ultrasound scan of head and neck soft tissue (HCPCS 76536); Complete ultrasound scan of abdomen (HCPCS 76700). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.