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Dr. Benjamin Chen, M.D.
Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Orthopaedic Surgery of the Spine Physician · Sports Medicine (Orthopaedic Surgery) Physician · Puyallup, WA
- NPI 1609049295
- Accepts Medicare
- 18 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1450 5Th St Se Ste 4200
Puyallup, WA 983724604
(253) 697-3450
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 19, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 2008 — 18 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207X00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Washington #MD60464425 · California #A110175
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1609049295. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
714
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$172,718
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 215 | 151 | $123 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 77 | 77 | $162 | |
72100 |
X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views | 65 | 51 | $30 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 60 | 58 | $174 | |
63048 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of spinal cord and/or nerves, each additional segment | 51 | 25 | $200 | |
22853 |
Insertion of cage or mesh device to spine bone and disc space during spine fusion | 49 | 24 | $247 | |
22614 |
Fusion of additional segment of spine | 46 | 17 | $352 | |
63047 |
Partial removal of spine bone with release of lower spinal cord and/or nerves, 1 segment | 34 | 33 | $823 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 21 | 21 | $122 | |
22842 |
Placement of stabilizing device to back, 3-6 spine bone segments | 20 | 20 | $721 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 6 peers in Puyallup Orthopaedic Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 53. This provider delivers 13× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$55,128
Transactions
102
Manufacturers
10
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medtronic, INC. | 70 | $50,468.91 | |
| Invictus Surgical Incorporated | 3 | $1,689.93 | |
| Medical Device Business Services, INC. | 2 | $1,414.82 | |
| DePuy Synthes Sales INC. | 13 | $439.55 | |
| Nevro Corp. | 7 | $436.60 | |
| Arthrex, INC. | 3 | $282.65 | |
| Orthofix Medical, INC. | 1 | $175.87 | |
| Abbott Laboratories | 1 | $174.84 | |
| Paragon 28, INC. | 1 | $26.22 | |
| Innovation Technologies INC | 1 | $18.17 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
102
Patients
90
Total drug cost
$1,007
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 102 | 90 | $1,007 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Chen's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Chen practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Puyallup, WA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Chen practice?
Dr. Benjamin Chen practices at 1450 5Th St Se Ste 4200, Puyallup, WA 983724604. Office phone: 2536973450.
What is Dr. Benjamin Chen's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Chen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609049295, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Chen accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Chen accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Chen commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); X-ray of lower and sacral spine, 2-3 views (HCPCS 72100). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.