Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Nicholas, MD
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Ophthalmology) · West Reading, PA
- NPI 1336631381
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.7 / 100 · 2023
- 8 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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420 S 5Th Ave
West Reading, PA 196112143
(484) 628-8640
fax (484) 628-9003 - Mailing address
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Po Box 13579
Reading, PA 196123579
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2018 — 8 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Pennsylvania #MT215514
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1336631381. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,040
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$106,865
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
92012 |
Established patient problem focused exam of visual system | 229 | 149 | $85 | |
92134 |
Imaging of retina | 148 | 125 | $37 | |
92014 |
Established patient complete exam of visual system | 123 | 104 | $120 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 84 | 66 | $122 | |
68761 |
Closure of tear duct opening using plug | 75 | 53 | $196 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 60 | 60 | $160 | |
92136 |
Measurement of corneal curvature and depth of eye | 50 | 32 | $38 | |
92133 |
Imaging of optic nerve | 37 | 33 | $34 | |
66984 |
Removal of cataract with insertion of prosthetic lens | 36 | 23 | $475 | |
92025 |
Ct scan of cornea | 33 | 30 | $34 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 32 peers in West Reading Internal Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 107. This provider delivers 9.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$690
Transactions
18
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bausch & Lomb Americas INC. | 4 | $382.16 | |
| Regeneron Healthcare Solutions, INC. | 5 | $123.95 | |
| Alcon Vision LLC | 4 | $72.24 | |
| Tarsus Pharmaceuticals, INC. | 2 | $59.90 | |
| Sun Pharmaceutical Industries INC. | 1 | $21.05 | |
| RxSight INC | 1 | $17.33 | |
| Ocular Therapeutix, INC. | 1 | $13.86 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
258
Patients
152
Total drug cost
$11,972
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tobramycin-Dexamethasone (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 69 | 58 | $4,726 |
| Latanoprost | Generic | 63 | 15 | $947 |
| Erythromycin (Erythromycin Base) | Brand | 29 | 21 | $291 |
| Neomycin-Polymyxin-Dexameth (Neomycin/Polymyxin B/Dexametha) | Brand | 22 | 21 | $315 |
| Prednisolone Acetate | Generic | 18 | 12 | $810 |
| Ofloxacin | Generic | 17 | 13 | $246 |
| Tobradex St (Tobramycin/Dexamethasone) | Brand | 16 | 12 | $3,966 |
| Dexamethasone Sodium Phosphate | Generic | 13 | 0 | $585 |
| Timolol Maleate | Generic | 11 | 0 | $85 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Nicholas's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Nicholas practices Internal Medicine Physician in West Reading, PA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Nicholas practice?
Dr. Benjamin Nicholas practices at 420 S 5Th Ave, West Reading, PA 196112143. Office phone: 4846288640.
What is Dr. Benjamin Nicholas's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Nicholas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336631381, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Nicholas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Nicholas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Nicholas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient problem focused exam of visual system (HCPCS 92012); Imaging of retina (HCPCS 92134); Established patient complete exam of visual system (HCPCS 92014). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.