Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Askins, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Lexington, SC
- NPI 1679601330
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 83.0 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2006 Augusta Hwy
Lexington, SC 290722208
(803) 785-4747
fax (803) 785-4750 - Mailing address
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Po Box 6069
West Columbia, SC 291716069
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- March 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 13, 2020
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #28194
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1679601330. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,216
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$95,024
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 622 | 296 | $120 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 270 | 199 | $7 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 147 | 115 | $84 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 55 | 43 | $2 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 29 | 27 | $10 | |
G0008 |
Administration of influenza virus vaccine | 22 | 22 | $29 | |
90662 |
Influenza vaccine split virus, preservative free | 17 | 17 | $72 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 15 | 14 | $22 | |
93000 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report | 14 | 14 | $14 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 13 | 13 | $159 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 19 peers in this city , average services per provider: 103. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,970
Patients
789
Total drug cost
$39,306
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 307 | 72 | $4,187 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 295 | 84 | $3,916 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 293 | 79 | $2,131 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 244 | 74 | $4,378 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 236 | 69 | $2,016 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 197 | 54 | $1,646 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 194 | 37 | $3,549 |
| Alprazolam | Generic | 192 | 36 | $667 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 173 | 54 | $3,639 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 161 | 38 | $4,233 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Askins's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Askins practices Family Medicine Physician in Lexington, SC.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Askins practice?
Dr. Benjamin Askins practices at 2006 Augusta Hwy, Lexington, SC 290722208. Office phone: 8037854747.
What is Dr. Benjamin Askins's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Askins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1679601330, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Askins accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Askins accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Askins commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.