Benedict Go, MD
Benedict Go is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Riverview, MI with over 36 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Benedict Go, MD has practiced internal medicine for 36+ years, working in group practice. He has been practicing since 2006 — over 36 years. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data). CMS MIPS quality score: 98.01/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 48% of reporting doctors in Michigan
- Federal MIPS score higher than 61% of MIPS-scored doctors in Michigan
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
14720 King Rd Suite B, Riverview, MI 48193-7945
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Michigan, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202398.01/100
Michigan avg: 85.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.4 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in MichiganHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better7.45%
Michigan avg: 5.3 · US avg: 5.1
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(+2.4 pts)
7.45% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better87.3%
Michigan avg: 83.5 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4.5 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in MichiganHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
270
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
642
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
13,512
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.47M
Percentile rankings compared against 1,194 reporting peers in Michigan.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-17%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-3%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.4k received from industry
142 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Benedict Go's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.71 / 1.00
Moderate vulnerabilityHe practices in a community where the CDC measures social vulnerability across socioeconomic status, household composition, racial/ethnic minority status, and housing/transportation factors. A higher index indicates more residents may face barriers accessing care.
Source: CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
36 years in practice
Senior practitioner
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.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Mailing address
Po Box 422, Grosse Ile, MI 48138-0422
Differs from practice location
Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Benedict Go
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benedict Go for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Riverview required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benedict Go
NPI records show Dr. Go as active with telehealth listed in Riverview, MI. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (734) 692-6676.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
14720 King Rd Suite B, Riverview, MI 48193-7945
Mailing Address
Po Box 422, Grosse Ile, MI 48138-0422
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