Dr. Benjamin Herring, O.D.
Optometry
16+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
3 locations
About Dr. Benjamin Herring
Benjamin Herring, O.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Knoxville, TN.
Specialty Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
16
Years Experience
3
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Primary Specialty
OptometryCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Southern College Of Optometry
Class of 2010
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 2935 | Optometrist |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Benjamin Herring
With 16 years of practice, Dr. Benjamin Herring is an established optometry provider, O.D., after earning their medical degree at Southern College Of Optometry in 2010. Dr. currently practices across 3 facilities, including Informe Healthcare Tn, Llc in Knoxville, Tennessee. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588974612, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Benjamin Herring as a lower-volume optometry provider, treating approximately 224 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 539 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Benjamin Herring received $33 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$33
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Optometry Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 37909
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Benjamin Herring
What does Dr. Benjamin Herring specialize in?
Dr. Benjamin Herring specializes in Optometry.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Herring practice?
Dr. Benjamin Herring practices at Informe Healthcare Tn, Llc in Knoxville, Tennessee. Dr. is also affiliated with 2 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Benjamin Herring accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Benjamin Herring accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 224 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Benjamin Herring's NPI number?
Dr. Benjamin Herring's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1588974612. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Benjamin Herring been practicing?
Dr. Benjamin Herring has approximately 16 years of practice experience, having graduated from Southern College Of Optometry in 2010.