Sarah Meira Benchaya, M.D.
Epilepsy Psychiatry & Neurology
Sarah Meira Benchaya is an Epilepsy Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Hartford, CT with over 21 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Sarah Meira Benchaya, M.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 21+ years, working in group practice. With 21+ years of experience, she has been practicing in the Hartford area. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and anxiety (per CMS data). CMS MIPS quality score: 83.31/100 (2023).
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 48% of reporting doctors in Connecticut
- Federal MIPS score higher than 35% of MIPS-scored doctors in Connecticut
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
80 Seymour Street #Jb 604, Hartford, CT 06102
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
202383.31/100
Connecticut avg: 84.5 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-0.3 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.8%
Connecticut avg: 81.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in ConnecticutHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
216
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
140
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
642
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $234k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,825 reporting peers in Connecticut.
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 Anxiety Disorders.
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
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+21%) — a focus area for this doctor
Disrupted blood supply to the brain, requiring urgent medical attention
US avg: 13.4%↑ More patients than average (+39%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+13%) — 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 (+7%) — a focus area for this doctor
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.
Board certified · Jul 1, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
21 years in practice
Experienced
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology focused on the diagnosis and treatment of patients with epilepsy, including new-onset, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations (the elderly, women, patients with co-morbidities). Epilepsy is a multidisciplinary field that provides comprehensive care of the patient.<br/>
Taxonomy: 2084E0001X
Mailing address
80 Seymour Street #Jb 604 University of Connecticut Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT 06102
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 450659
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Sarah Meira Benchaya for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, anxiety counseling — no travel to Hartford 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 Sarah Meira Benchaya
Dr. Meira Benchaya is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hartford, CT. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (860) 545-5120.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Sarah Meira Benchaya
Practice Location
80 Seymour Street #Jb 604, Hartford, CT 06102
Mailing Address
80 Seymour Street #Jb 604 University of Connecticut Hartford Hospital, Hartford, CT 06102
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