Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Candace Benford, PMHNP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Saint Louis, MO
- NPI 1679205140
- Accepts Medicare
- 4 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3009 N Ballas RD, Dept Psychiatry, Ste 141A
Saint Louis, MO 631312322
(314) 286-1700
fax (314) 627-7225 - Mailing address
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Po Box 7412011
Chicago, IL 606742011
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2022 — 4 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 15, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 2022 — 4 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LP0808X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Missouri #2022034853
- Medicaid
- MO #420115486
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679205140. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
89
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$6,618
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 27 | 18 | $65 | |
90792 |
Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services | 24 | 24 | $143 | |
99282 |
Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making | 20 | 14 | $34 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 18 | 12 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 20 peers in Saint Louis Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 134. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$120
Transactions
7
Manufacturers
5
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 2 | $31.24 | |
| Alkermes, INC. | 2 | $30.92 | |
| Neurocrine Biosciences, INC. | 1 | $25.70 | |
| Axsome Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $16.36 | |
| Iti, INC. (D/B/A Intra-Cellular Therapies, INC.) | 1 | $15.58 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
33
Patients
29
Total drug cost
$336
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydroxyzine Hcl | Generic | 17 | 16 | $245 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 16 | 13 | $91 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Candace Benford's medical specialty?
Dr. Candace Benford practices Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in Saint Louis, MO.
Where does Dr. Candace Benford practice?
Dr. Candace Benford practices at 3009 N Ballas RD, Saint Louis, MO 631312322. Office phone: 3142861700.
What is Dr. Candace Benford's NPI?
Dr. Candace Benford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679205140, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Candace Benford accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Candace Benford accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Candace Benford commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Psychiatric diagnostic evaluation with medical services (HCPCS 90792); Emergency department visit with straightforward medical decision making (HCPCS 99282). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.