Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Chidester, M.D.
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Norfolk, VA
- NPI 1053608703
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.7 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
800 Gresham Drive
Norfolk, VA 23507
(757) 388-3000 - Mailing address
-
800 W Princess Anne RD, Unit D3
Norfolk, VA 235171844
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0116023723
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1053608703. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
809
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$88,317
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
93010 |
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only | 296 | 283 | $8 | |
99285 |
Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making | 288 | 274 | $173 | |
99284 |
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making | 97 | 97 | $120 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 95 | 95 | $211 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 18 | 18 | $172 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 15 | 15 | $80 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 21 peers in this city , average services per provider: 112. This provider delivers 7.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
82
Patients
81
Total drug cost
$540
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 29 | 29 | $271 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 26 | 25 | $165 |
| Naproxen | Generic | 16 | 16 | $62 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 11 | 11 | $42 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Chidester's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Chidester practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Norfolk, VA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Chidester practice?
Dr. Benjamin Chidester practices at 800 Gresham Drive, Norfolk, VA 23507. Office phone: 7573883000.
What is Dr. Benjamin Chidester's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Chidester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1053608703, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Chidester accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Chidester accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Chidester commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only (HCPCS 93010); 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.