Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes, MD
Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician (CMS: Colorectal Surgery (Proctology)) · New York, NY
- NPI 1689017402
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 8
New York, NY 100323729
(212) 342-1155 - Additional location
-
177 Ft Washingtn Ave
New York, NY 100323733
(212) 305-3038
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 13, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208C00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #309607
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1689017402. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
316
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$48,309
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 51 | 51 | $126 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 51 | 40 | $102 | |
45300 |
Diagnostic exam of rectum and lower large bowel using an endoscope | 36 | 33 | $152 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 36 | 18 | $86 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 31 | 26 | $143 | |
46600 |
Diagnostic exam of anus using an endoscope | 28 | 27 | $142 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 23 | 23 | $186 | |
45330 |
Diagnostic exam of lower portion of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 22 | 21 | $216 | |
46500 |
Injection of hemorrhoid | 19 | 12 | $373 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 19 | 17 | $190 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 24 peers in this city , average services per provider: 44. This provider delivers 7.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$317
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, Inc. | 3 | $316.67 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
78
Patients
49
Total drug cost
$1,409
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Metronidazole | Generic | 32 | 29 | $68 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 21 | 20 | $338 |
| Loperamide (Loperamide Hcl) | Brand | 14 | 0 | $935 |
| Ibuprofen | Generic | 11 | 0 | $67 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes practices Colon & Rectal Surgery Physician in New York, NY.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes practice?
Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes practices at 161 Fort Washington Ave Fl 8, New York, NY 100323729. Office phone: 2123421155.
What is Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689017402, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Kuritzkes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Diagnostic exam of rectum and lower large bowel using an endoscope (HCPCS 45300). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.