Dawn Leighann Benefiel, APRN
Dawn Leighann Benefiel, APRN has practiced nursing for 9+ years, working in group practice. She has been practicing since 2017 — over 9 years. She regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 35% of reporting doctors in Kentucky
- Uses generic medications more than 28% of reporting doctors in Kentucky
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 565dNPPES updated 2024-10-18 · verify on CMS
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1532 Lone Oak Rd Ste 310, Paducah, KY 42003-7942
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better1.2%
Kentucky avg: 4.1 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-3.9 pts)
1.2% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better84.6%
Kentucky avg: 84.2 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+1.8 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
398
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
397
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,422
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $231k
Percentile rankings compared against 922 reporting peers in Kentucky.
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 (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$19 received from industry
1 transaction 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 Dawn Leighann Benefiel's NPI.
Social Vulnerability Index: 0.36 / 1.00
Below-average vulnerabilityShe 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.
Board certified · Oct 17, 2024
CMS-verified certification date
9 years in practice
Established
Definition to come...
Taxonomy: 363LA2100X
Mailing address
2200 Jefferson Ave Fl 5, Toledo, OH 43604-7102
Differs from practice location
Virtual Acute Care Care With Dawn Leighann Benefiel
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Dawn Leighann Benefiel for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Paducah 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 Dawn Leighann Benefiel
NPI records show Dr. Benefiel as active with telehealth listed in Paducah, KY. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (270) 538-6200.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator · HRSA HPSA · CDC SVI. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Dawn Leighann Benefiel
Practice Location
1532 Lone Oak Rd Ste 310, Paducah, KY 42003-7942
Mailing Address
2200 Jefferson Ave Fl 5, Toledo, OH 43604-7102
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