Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Bennie Upchurch, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Columbus, OH
- NPI 1851342653
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.2 / 100 · 2023
- 33 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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99 N Brice RD # N
Columbus, OH 432136510
(614) 575-2600
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- December 2, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1993 — 33 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Ohio #35067988
- Medicaid (2)
- OH #2879265 · OH #0460353
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1851342653. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
150
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$19,311
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 38 | 37 | $103 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 38 | 38 | $128 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 27 | 27 | $93 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 19 | 19 | $125 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 14 | 14 | $234 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 14 | 14 | $170 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 35 peers in Columbus Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 35. This provider delivers 4.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$260
Transactions
12
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Genzyme Corporation | 3 | $91.19 | |
| Ironwood Pharmaceuticals, INC | 3 | $49.21 | |
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $27.11 | |
| Takeda Pharmaceuticals U.S.A., INC. | 1 | $21.28 | |
| Phathom Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 1 | $19.70 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 1 | $19.50 | |
| Evoke Pharma, INC. | 1 | $18.36 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, A Division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $13.33 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
181
Patients
79
Total drug cost
$3,637
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peg 3350-Electrolyte (Sodium Chloride/Nahco3/Kcl/Peg) | Brand | 62 | 60 | $1,449 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 44 | 19 | $405 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 19 | 0 | $700 |
| Loperamide (Loperamide Hcl) | Brand | 18 | 0 | $558 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 15 | 0 | $175 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 12 | 0 | $286 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 11 | 0 | $63 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Bennie Upchurch's medical specialty?
Dr. Bennie Upchurch practices Gastroenterology Physician in Columbus, OH.
Where does Dr. Bennie Upchurch practice?
Dr. Bennie Upchurch practices at 99 N Brice RD # N, Columbus, OH 432136510. Office phone: 6145752600.
What is Dr. Bennie Upchurch's NPI?
Dr. Bennie Upchurch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1851342653, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Bennie Upchurch accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Bennie Upchurch accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Bennie Upchurch commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43235); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.