Dr. Christopher J Benson

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 33+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Christopher J Benson, MD FACP, is a Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) specialist in Iowa City, Iowa. He attended and graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1991, having over 33 years of diverse experience, especially in Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology). He is affiliated with many hospitals including Keokuk County Health Center, University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Christopher J Benson also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including State University Of Iowa. Dr. Christopher J Benson accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (319) 356-7031 to request Dr. Christopher J Benson the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242-1009

Phone 1: (319) 356-7031
Phone 2: (319) 356-1616

Fax: (319) 353-6343
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Profile

Basics

Full Name Christopher J Benson
Gender Male
PECOS ID 7416099502
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

  • Cardiovascular Disease (Cardiology) (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 33 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • MD FACP

Education and Training

  • Dr. Christopher J Benson attended and graduated from University Of Minnesota Medical School in 1991.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1225026859
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Friday, October 7, 2005
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, November 28, 2007

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • 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. Christopher J Benson

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Christopher J Benson has been primarily specialized in Cardiovascular Disease for over 33 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Cardiovascular Disease
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    Cardiovascular Disease
    An internist who specializes in diseases of the heart and blood vessels and manages complex cardiac conditions such as heart attacks and life-threatening, abnormal heartbeat rhythms.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    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.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • State University Of Iowa


Practice Locations

200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242-1009
Phone: (319) 356-7031
Phone 2: (319) 356-1616
Fax: (319) 353-6343
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 physician profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, November 28, 2007. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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