Dr. Edward S Benfield
Psychiatry in Charlotte, North Carolina
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 46+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Edward S Benfield II, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Charlotte, North Carolina. He attended and graduated from University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine in 1978, having over 46 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Carolinas Medical Center/behav Health. Dr. Edward S Benfield also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Carolinas Medical Center. Dr. Edward S Benfield accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (704) 358-2744 to request Dr. Edward S Benfield the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Edward S Benfield II |
| Gender |
Male |
| PECOS ID |
1254228406 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Psychiatry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 46 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help Medical Doctor
Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.
Education and Training
- Dr. Edward S Benfield attended and graduated from University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine in 1978.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1871511485
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, July 18, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, June 18, 2014
Quality Reporting
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eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
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EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
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MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
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MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.
Language Spoken by Dr. Edward S Benfield
Medical Licenses
Dr. Edward S Benfield has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 46 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
click for detail Psychiatry A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
| 9400719 | North Carolina |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Charlotte, North Carolina | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Medical Group Practice
| Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
| Carolinas Medical Center | 736 |
Practice Locations
501 Billingsley Rd
Charlotte, NC 28211-1009
Phone: (704) 358-2744
Fax: (704) 358-2945
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
1000 Blythe Blvd
Charlotte, NC 28203-5812
Phone: (704) 355-2000
Office Hours:
- Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on
Thursday, February 2, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, June 18, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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