Benjamin Kuttikatt Poulose, MD
Benjamin Kuttikatt Poulose is a Surgery specialist based in Columbus, OH with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Benjamin Kuttikatt Poulose, MD has been part of the Columbus medical community since 2007 in group practice. Trained at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (class of 1999), he has been practicing for over 27 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 95.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1934dNPPES updated 2021-02-05 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1800 Zollinger Rd, Columbus, OH 43221-2849
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Ohio on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202395.31/100
Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.7 pts)
Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in OhioHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
119
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePercentile rankings compared against 2,065 reporting peers in Ohio.
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 (-2%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+3%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-10%) — less common here
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$18.3k received from industry
22 transactions reported in 2024 ·High 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 Kuttikatt Poulose's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1999
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine
Board certified · Feb 4, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
27 years in practice
Experienced
A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
Taxonomy: 208600000X
Education & Training
Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine (Class of 1999)
Mailing address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
Differs from practice location
Virtual Surgery Care With Benjamin Kuttikatt Poulose
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin Kuttikatt Poulose for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Columbus 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 Kuttikatt Poulose
NPI records show Dr. Poulose as active with telehealth listed in Columbus, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (614) 293-3230.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Benjamin Kuttikatt Poulose
Practice Location
1800 Zollinger Rd, Columbus, OH 43221-2849
Mailing Address
700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559
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