Dr. Boyd P Benefield
Internal Medicine in Gulfport, Mississippi
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 40+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Boyd P Benefield, MD, is an Internal Medicine specialist in Gulfport, Mississippi. He attended and graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1984, having over 40 years of diverse experience, especially in Internal Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Garden Park Medical Center, Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, Biloxi Regional Medical Center, Middlesboro Appalachian Regional Healthcare Hospit. Dr. Boyd P Benefield also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Memorial Hospital At Gulfport, Orange Grove Medical Specialties, P.A, Select Specialty Hospital - Gulfcoast, Inc. Dr. Boyd P Benefield accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (228) 832-5151 to request Dr. Boyd P Benefield the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
Full Name |
Boyd P Benefield |
Gender |
Male |
PECOS ID |
6608905666 |
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
- Internal Medicine (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 40 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. Boyd P Benefield attended and graduated from Tulane University School Of Medicine in 1984.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1356302574
- NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, March 29, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Thursday, June 24, 2010
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 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. Boyd P Benefield
Medical Licenses
Dr. Boyd P Benefield has been primarily specialized in Internal Medicine for over 40 years of experience.
Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
click for detail Internal Medicine A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
| 10941 | Mississippi |
Affiliated Hospitals
Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Gulfport, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Gulfport, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Local |
| Biloxi, Mississippi | Acute Care Hospitals | Proprietary |
| Middlesboro, Kentucky | Acute Care Hospitals | Voluntary Non-Profit - Private |
Medical Group Practice
Doing Business As |
Legal Organization Name |
Number of members |
- Memorial Hospital At Gulfport
| Memorial Hospital At Gulfport | 337 |
- Orange Grove Medical Specialties, P.A
| Orange Grove Medical Specialties, P.A | 3 |
- Select Specialty Hospital - Gulfcoast, Inc
| Select Specialty Hospital - Gulfcoast, Inc | 2 |
Practice Locations
15286 Community Rd
Gulfport, MS 39503-3509
Phone: (228) 832-5151
Phone 2: 2288325151311
Fax: (228) 832-6320
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
1520 Broad Ave
Gulfport, MS 39501-3601
Phone: (228) 575-7500
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
15190 Community Rd
Gulfport, MS 39503-3483
Phone: (228) 539-2242
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
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Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
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