Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Ben Fickenscher, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Chesapeake, VA
- NPI 1134396187
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 91.6 / 100 · 2023
- 21 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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736 Battlefield Blvd N, Emergency Department
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 312-6200
fax (757) 312-6181 - Mailing address
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109 G Gainsborough Square, Box 723
Chesapeake, VA 23320
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 26, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0101243627
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134396187. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
613
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$80,314
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 272 | 262 | $172 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 120 | 119 | $118 | |
93042 |
Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only | 76 | 75 | $7 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 64 | 64 | $206 | |
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 45 | 45 | $8 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 25 | 25 | $167 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 11 | 11 | $106 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Chesapeake Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 121. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
102
Patients
84
Total drug cost
$545
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Naproxen | Generic | 27 | 23 | $54 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 19 | 19 | $111 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 18 | 18 | $218 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 13 | 12 | $44 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 13 | 0 | $74 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $46 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Ben Fickenscher's medical specialty?
Dr. Ben Fickenscher practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Chesapeake, VA.
Where does Dr. Ben Fickenscher practice?
Dr. Ben Fickenscher practices at 736 Battlefield Blvd N, Chesapeake, VA 23320. Office phone: 7573126200.
What is Dr. Ben Fickenscher's NPI?
Dr. Ben Fickenscher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134396187, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Ben Fickenscher accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Ben Fickenscher accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Ben Fickenscher 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); Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 leads with review by physician only (HCPCS 93042). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.