Derek B Benz , PA-C
Physician Assistant • Springfield, MO
Professional Overview & Biography Verified Profile Summary
Derek Benz, PA-C is a certified Physician Assistant practicing in Springfield, MO. With approximately 6 years of clinical experience since completing medical education in 2020, Derek Benz delivers high-quality medical care to the local community at 2725 S CRUTCHER AVE.
Derek Benz maintains professional affiliations with Mercy Clinic Springfield Communities, Cherry Health Center, Llc and accepts Medicare assignment.
Frequently performed procedures and clinical services include injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 1 mg, established patient outpatient office visit, insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample. Full Medicare procedure pricing transparency rates and service volume details are listed on this profile.
Practice Location & Contact Primary Location
2725 S Crutcher Ave
Springfield, MO 658043837
Medicare Profile & Education
Other
2020
✓ Accepts Assignment
In-Person Only
Specialty Benchmarks & Practice Insights
Comparative analytics for Physician Assistant in Springfield, MO
Practicing in Springfield, MO (1802 Statewide)
In-Person Office Visits Only
Under CMS Medicare Fee Schedule vs Standard Submitted Charges
Clinical Seniority & Experience Comparison
Performed Procedures & Service Volume
Top Medicare Part B procedures performed by this practitioner
| HCPCS Code & Description | Services | Patients | Submitted Charge | Medicare Allowed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
|
J1010
Injection, methylprednisolone acetate, 1 mg
|
2,640 | 30 | $0.35 | $0.12 |
|
99214
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more
|
106 | 83 | $268.08 | $100.52 |
|
99213
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, typically 15 minutes
|
85 | 75 | $163.31 | $71.10 |
|
36415
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample
|
74 | 60 | $14.40 | $8.65 |
|
20610
Aspiration and/or injection of fluid from large joint
|
38 | 36 | $234.47 | $54.70 |
|
G0439
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit
|
30 | 30 | $270.00 | $101.34 |
|
27447
Replacement of knee joint, both sides of knee
|
14 | 14 | $1467.90 | $162.90 |
|
73564
X-ray of knee, 4 or more views
|
13 | 13 | $109.35 | $35.60 |
|
72170
X-ray of pelvis, 1-2 views
|
12 | 12 | $63.00 | $16.75 |
Medical Specialties & State Licenses
CMS Verified: 2025-03-21NUCC Taxonomy Code: 363A00000X
A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.
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Hospital & Practice Group Affiliations
Mercy Clinic Springfield Communities
2115 S Fremont Ave, Springfield, MO 658042236
Phone: 4178203905
Mercy Clinic Springfield Communities
1235 E Cherokee St, Springfield, MO 658042203
Cherry Health Center, Llc
607 W Battlefield St, Springfield, MO 658074123
Phone: 4178692000
Mercy Clinic Springfield Communities
3050 E River Bluff Blvd, Ozark, MO 657218807
Phone: 4178205610
Practice Associates & Co-Workers
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Occupational Therapist
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Case Manager/Care Coordinator
Behavior Analyst
Counselor
Massage Therapist
Community Health Worker
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Registered at 2725 S CRUTCHER AVE, SPRINGFIELD, MO 658043837 (Tel: 0000000000)
Registered at 2725 S CRUTCHER AVE, SPRINGFIELD, MO 658043837
NPI status registered as active in NPPES database
Registered at 1741 S 15TH ST, OZARK, MO 657219030 (Tel: 4172692215)
Registered at 5100 N TOWNE CENTRE DR, OZARK, MO 657217479 (Tel: 4177305510)
Recorded as DEREK BENZ, PA-C
Physician Assistant (License #2021006539 in MO)
First registered as active Individual Practitioner in NPPES Database.
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Mailing Address
2725 S Crutcher Ave
Springfield, MO 658043837
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