Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Hettinger, PA-C
Physician Assistant · Clayton, NC
- NPI 1144953167
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 88.4 / 100 · 2023
- 4 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2196 Nc-42
Clayton, NC 27520
(919) 763-1050 - Mailing address
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Po Box 5105
Belfast, ME 049155100
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2022 — 4 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 26, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2022 — 4 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #0010-12433
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144953167. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,234
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$47,543
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
J3301 |
Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg | 585 | 67 | $1 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 221 | 156 | $103 | |
20610 |
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint | 111 | 73 | $64 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 58 | 58 | $134 | |
73562 |
X-ray of knee, 3 views | 51 | 45 | $32 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 48 | 45 | $73 | |
73030 |
X-ray of shoulder, minimum of 2 views | 36 | 29 | $26 | |
73110 |
X-ray of wrist, minimum of 3 views | 28 | 17 | $32 | |
73610 |
X-ray of ankle, minimum of 3 views | 21 | 18 | $29 | |
J0702 |
Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg | 18 | 12 | $7 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in this city , average services per provider: 82. This provider delivers 15× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
563
Patients
428
Total drug cost
$4,614
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 150 | 89 | $1,486 |
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 76 | 52 | $429 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 69 | 67 | $633 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 58 | 55 | $705 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 55 | 38 | $326 |
| Meloxicam | Generic | 41 | 32 | $122 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | Generic | 38 | 31 | $177 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 26 | 26 | $237 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 24 | 15 | $168 |
| Celecoxib | Generic | 13 | 12 | $227 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Hettinger's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Hettinger practices Physician Assistant in Clayton, NC.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Hettinger practice?
Dr. Benjamin Hettinger practices at 2196 Nc-42, Clayton, NC 27520. Office phone: 9197631050.
What is Dr. Benjamin Hettinger's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Hettinger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144953167, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Hettinger accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Hettinger accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Hettinger commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Injection, triamcinolone acetonide, not otherwise specified, 10 mg (HCPCS J3301); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint (HCPCS 20610). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.