Benjamin D Kuhns, MD, MS
Benjamin D Kuhns is an Orthopaedic Surgery specialist based in Des Plaines, IL with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Benjamin D Kuhns, MD, MS practices as part of a group orthopedic surgeon practice in Des Plaines, IL. With 10+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Des Plaines area. An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation. CMS MIPS quality score: 99.15/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 98% of MIPS-scored doctors in Illinois
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1079dNPPES updated 2023-06-09 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Illinois Department of Financial & Professional Regulation — Medical
Contact & Location
Practice Location
999 E Touhy Ave Ste 450, Des Plaines, IL 60018-2748
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 98% of doctors in Illinois on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202399.15/100
Illinois avg: 88.6 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+15.6 pts)
Top 2% of MIPS-scored doctors in IllinoisHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
11
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescriptions Written
16
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $2k
Percentile rankings compared against 2,844 reporting peers in Illinois.
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.
$4.2k received from industry
15 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 Benjamin D Kuhns's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jun 8, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
An orthopaedic surgeon is trained in the preservation, investigation and restoration of the form and function of the extremities, spine and associated structures by medical, surgical and physical means. An orthopaedic surgeon is involved with the care of patients whose musculoskeletal problems include congenital deformities, trauma, infections, tumors, metabolic disturbances of the musculoskeletal system, deformities, injuries and degenerative diseases of the spine, hands, feet, knee, hip, shoulder and elbow in children and adults. An orthopaedic surgeon is also concerned with primary and secondary muscular problems and the effects of central or peripheral nervous system lesions of the musculoskeletal system.
Taxonomy: 207X00000X
Virtual Orthopaedic Surgery Care With Benjamin D Kuhns
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin D Kuhns for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Des Plaines 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 D Kuhns
Dr. Kuhns is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Des Plaines, IL. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (630) 920-2323.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Benjamin D Kuhns
Practice Location
999 E Touhy Ave Ste 450, Des Plaines, IL 60018-2748
Mailing Address
999 E Touhy Ave Ste 450, Des Plaines, IL 60018-2748
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