Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Valerie Benavides

Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Abilene, TX

  • NPI 1538617501
  • Accepts Medicare
  • 10 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1900 Pine St, Emergency Department Attn:Jonna Look
Abilene, TX 796012432
(325) 670-3303
fax (325) 670-7796

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
September 2016 — 10 yrs on file
Year of graduation
2016 — 10 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
363LF0000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Texas #AP131975

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1538617501. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
89
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$11,959
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99285 Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 67 60 $145
99284 Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 22 21 $101

In context: peer comparison

Among 53 peers in this city , average services per provider: 135. This provider delivers 0.7× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Valerie Benavides's medical specialty?
Dr. Valerie Benavides practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Abilene, TX.
Where does Dr. Valerie Benavides practice?
Dr. Valerie Benavides practices at 1900 Pine St, Abilene, TX 796012432. Office phone: 3256703303.
What is Dr. Valerie Benavides's NPI?
Dr. Valerie Benavides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538617501, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Valerie Benavides accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Valerie Benavides accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Valerie Benavides commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99285); Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99284). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.