Benjamin Barbash, M.D.
Gastroenterology Internal Medicine
Benjamin Barbash is a Gastroenterology Internal Medicine specialist based in Trumbull, CT with over 13 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INTERNAL MEDICINE
Benjamin Barbash, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 13+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center in 2013 and has 13+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 93.28/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 63% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2744dNPPES updated 2018-11-17 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Connecticut Medical Examining Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
888 White Plains Rd Ste 110, Trumbull, CT 06611-4552
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Connecticut.
MIPS Score
202393.28/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.7 pts)
Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in ConnecticutHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better78.6%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-4.2 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
286
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
403
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
968
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $311k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$219 received from industry
8 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low 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 2018, attributed to Benjamin Barbash's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2013
Suny Downstate Health Sciences University
13 years in practice
Established
Gastroenterologists diagnose and treat digestive system disorders including GERD, irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, ulcerative colitis), liver disease, pancreatitis, and colon polyps. They perform endoscopies and colonoscopies.
Taxonomy: 207RG0100X
Education & Training
State University of New York Downstate Medical Center (Class of 2013)
Mailing address
550 1st Ave, New York, NY 10016-6402
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450658
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Benjamin Barbash
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin Barbash for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Trumbull 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 Benjamin Barbash
NPI records show Dr. Barbash as active with telehealth listed in Trumbull, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (203) 459-4451.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Benjamin Barbash
Practice Location
888 White Plains Rd Ste 110, Trumbull, CT 06611-4552
Mailing Address
550 1st Ave, New York, NY 10016-6402
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