Benjamin J. Williams, MD, PHD
Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology
Benjamin J. Williams is a Neurology Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Winston Salem, NC with over 39 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Benjamin J. Williams, MD, PHD has been part of the Winston Salem medical community since 2005 in group practice. He graduated from University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston in 1987 and has 39+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and Alzheimer's/dementia (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 98.3/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Federal MIPS score higher than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 3123dNPPES updated 2018-01-16 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157-0001
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 71% of doctors in North Carolina on federal quality measures.
MIPS Score
202398.3/100
North Carolina avg: 91.2 · US avg: 83.6
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+14.7 pts)
Better than 71% of MIPS-scored doctors in North CarolinaHow the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Medicare Patients
19
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
43
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
117
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Alzheimer's / Dementia.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$64 received from industry
4 transactions reported in 2024 ·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 2024, attributed to Benjamin J. Williams's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.35 / 1.00
Below-average 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.
Graduated medical school · 1987
University of Texas Medical Branch
39 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Neurologists diagnose and treat disorders of the nervous system including stroke, epilepsy, multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, migraines, neuropathy, and dementia.
Taxonomy: 2084N0400X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston (Class of 1987)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Benjamin J. Williams
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin J. Williams for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, cognitive care — no travel to Winston Salem 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 J. Williams
NPI records show Dr. Williams as active with telehealth listed in Winston Salem, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (336) 716-2255.
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
Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157-0001
Mailing Address
Medical Center Blvd, Winston Salem, NC 27157-0001
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