Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ben Friedman, MD
Dermatology Physician (CMS: Dermatology) · Dermatopathology Physician · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Detroit, MI
- NPI 1477813855
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3031 W Grand Blvd Ste 800
Detroit, MI 482023141
(313) 916-2151
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 25, 2018
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207N00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Michigan #4301103068 · Pennsylvania #MT201711
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1477813855. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,837
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$71,424
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 933 | 632 | $36 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 158 | 130 | $34 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 157 | 57 | $28 | |
17003 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 2-14 growths | 145 | 33 | $2 | |
88312 |
Special stained specimen slides to identify organisms including interpretation and report | 92 | 61 | $25 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 88 | 75 | $99 | |
17000 |
Destruction of precancer skin growth, 1 growth | 48 | 43 | $46 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 38 | 38 | $136 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 35 | 34 | $67 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 31 | 29 | $11 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 17 peers in Detroit Dermatology Physician, average services per provider: 87. This provider delivers 21× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$108
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blueprint Medicines Corporation | 1 | $107.78 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
378
Patients
149
Total drug cost
$241,332
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 67 | 42 | $939 |
| Hydrocortisone | Generic | 41 | 28 | $237 |
| Fluorouracil | Generic | 38 | 30 | $2,758 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 33 | 15 | $366 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | Generic | 26 | 17 | $1,117 |
| Bexarotene | Generic | 24 | 0 | $179,480 |
| Fluocinonide | Generic | 22 | 17 | $796 |
| Imiquimod | Generic | 21 | 0 | $647 |
| Methotrexate (Methotrexate Sodium) | Brand | 19 | 0 | $759 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 18 | 0 | $171 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ben Friedman's medical specialty?
Dr. Ben Friedman practices Dermatology Physician in Detroit, MI.
Where does Dr. Ben Friedman practice?
Dr. Ben Friedman practices at 3031 W Grand Blvd Ste 800, Detroit, MI 482023141. Office phone: 3139162151.
What is Dr. Ben Friedman's NPI?
Dr. Ben Friedman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1477813855, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ben Friedman accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ben Friedman accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ben Friedman commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure (HCPCS 88342); Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure (HCPCS 88341). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.