Don Michael Benson, MD

Hematology Internal Medicine

Don Michael Benson is a Hematology Internal Medicine specialist based in Columbus, OH with over 27 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

Also practices: HEMATOLOGY

(614) 293-3196Columbus, OH
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Don Michael Benson, MD has practiced internal medicine for 27+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine in 1999 and has 27+ years of clinical experience. 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

  • Uses generic medications more than 27% of reporting doctors in Ohio
  • Federal MIPS score higher than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 30 Internal Medicine providers in OHSee all Internal Medicine in Columbus27+ years experienceNPI since 2006

Recent · 87dNPPES updated 2026-02-26 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at State Medical Board of Ohio

Contact & Location

Practice Location

460 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210-1240

Fax: (614) 293-4812
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor scores better than 70% of doctors in Ohio on federal quality measures, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

MIPS Score

2023

95.31/100

Ohio avg: 85.7 · US avg: 83.6

Higher than most doctors nationally(+11.7 pts)

Better than 70% of MIPS-scored doctors in Ohio

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

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

6.77%

Ohio avg: 4.2 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+1.7 pts)

6.77% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

83.4%

Ohio avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+0.6 pts)

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

182

Unique beneficiaries

Standard volume

Prescription Recipients

73

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

325

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $952k

Percentile 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.

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, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+4%)74%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+2%)72%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+6%)55%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+6%)36%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+6%) — a focus area for this doctor

Ischemic Heart Disease
Higher than avg (+4%)36%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

US avg: 31.7%

↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-8%)26%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

Atrial Fibrillation
Higher than avg (+2%)24%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

US avg: 22%

↑ More patients than average (+2%) — a focus area for this doctor

Mood Disorders
23%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

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

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Background & Specialty

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

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 1999

    Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Feb 25, 2026

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 27 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Hematologists specialize in blood disorders including anemia, clotting disorders, hemophilia, sickle cell disease, lymphoma, leukemia, and other blood cancers. They manage anticoagulation therapy and blood transfusions.

Taxonomy: 207RH0000X

Education & Training

Northeastern Ohio University College of Medicine (Class of 1999)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

700 Ackerman Rd Ste 2120, Columbus, OH 43202-1559

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Don Michael Benson

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

Schedule a virtual visit with Don Michael Benson 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 Don Michael Benson

NPI records show Dr. Benson as active with telehealth listed in Columbus, OH. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (614) 293-3196.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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