Benjamin A Garnett, MD

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Benjamin A Garnett is an Obstetrics & Gynecology specialist based in Anchorage, AK with over 38 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(907) 729-3100Anchorage, AK
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Benjamin a Garnett, MD has practiced obstetrics & gynecology for 38+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from University of Virginia School of Medicine in 1988 and has 38+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, arthritis, and high cholesterol (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 87.09/100 (2023).

At a glance

  • Federal MIPS score higher than 54% of MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 5 Obstetrics & Gynecology providers in AKSee all Obstetrics & Gynecology in Anchorage38+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Older · 6434dNPPES updated 2008-10-10 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Alaska State Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

4320 Diplomacy Dr, Anchorage, AK 99508-5925

Fax: (907) 729-3170
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor has an average quality score compared to other doctors in Alaska.

MIPS Score

2023

87.09/100

Alaska avg: 76.8 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+3.5 pts)

Average range among MIPS-scored doctors in Alaska

How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.

Medicare Patients

28

Unique beneficiaries

Boutique practice

Prescriptions Written

11

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $3k

Percentile rankings compared against 253 reporting peers in Alaska.

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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, Arthritis, and High Cholesterol.

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-9%)61%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-9%) — less common here

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+12%)61%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor

High Cholesterol
Lower than avg (-31%)39%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-31%) — less common here

Tobacco Use Disorder
39%

Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$156 received from industry

4 transactions reported in 2018 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 a Garnett's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1988

    University of Virginia School of Medicine

  2. 38 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Obstetrics & GynecologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An obstetrician/gynecologist possesses special knowledge, skills and professional capability in the medical and surgical care of the female reproductive system and associated disorders. This physician serves as a consultant to other physicians and as a primary physician for women.

Taxonomy: 207V00000X

Education & Training

University of Virginia School of Medicine (Class of 1988)

Practice Footprint

Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals

CMS Certification Number: 070007

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Virtual Obstetrics & Gynecology Care With Benjamin a Garnett

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin a Garnett for blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups, cholesterol management — no travel to Anchorage 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 a Garnett

Dr. Garnett is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Anchorage, AK. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (907) 729-3100.

Verified across 6 federal data sources

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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