Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Steger, OD
Optometrist (CMS: Optometry) · Asheville, NC
- NPI 1629479811
- Accepts Medicare
- 12 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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417 Biltmore Ave Ste J1
Asheville, NC 288014501
(828) 255-8961
fax (828) 255-8962 - Mailing address
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8614 Westwood Center Dr Fl 9
Vienna, VA 221822442
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- September 2014 — 12 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 28, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2014 — 12 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 152W00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #2388
- Medicaid
- NC #1629479811
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629479811. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
256
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$17,682
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92250 |
Photography of the retina | 105 | 91 | $35 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 68 | 53 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 32 | 25 | $121 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 25 | 23 | $53 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 15 | 15 | $119 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 11 | 11 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Asheville Optometrist, average services per provider: 110. This provider delivers 2.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$511
Transactions
16
Manufacturers
6
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 5 | $132.83 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 2 | $114.76 | |
| CooperVision INC. | 1 | $105.07 | |
| Oyster Point Pharma, INC. | 4 | $76.67 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 3 | $58.08 | |
| Dompe US, INC. | 1 | $23.80 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
143
Patients
40
Total drug cost
$45,811
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Latanoprost | Generic | 53 | 16 | $904 |
| Brimonidine Tartrate | Generic | 35 | 13 | $1,978 |
| Restasis (Cyclosporine) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $25,954 |
| Alphagan P (Brimonidine Tartrate) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $7,550 |
| Lumigan (Bimatoprost) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $8,727 |
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 12 | 11 | $698 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Steger's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Steger practices Optometrist in Asheville, NC.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Steger practice?
Dr. Benjamin Steger practices at 417 Biltmore Ave Ste J1, Asheville, NC 288014501. Office phone: 8282558961.
What is Dr. Benjamin Steger's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Steger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629479811, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Steger accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Steger accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Steger commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Photography of the retina (HCPCS 92250); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.