Quick answers
- Which hospitals does George M. Benchimol work at?
- Medicare's official clinician data lists George M. Benchimol at 2 hospitals: HCA Florida North Florida Hospital and UF Health Shands Hospital. This is where the clinician works or has privileges; call the hospital to confirm.
- Where does George M. Benchimol see patients?
- Medicare's clinician data lists 2 practice locations, including Gainesville, FL and Melrose, FL. Call before your visit to confirm the address.
- What is George M. Benchimol's specialty?
- Medicare lists Family Practice as the primary specialty.
- Does George M. Benchimol accept Medicare assignment?
- Medicare's clinician data says George M. Benchimol may accept Medicare assignment (as of 2026-10-02). Ask the office whether they accept it for your visit.
- What is the phone number for George M. Benchimol?
- (352) 333-6680, as listed in official Medicare / NPI Registry data.
- What is George M. Benchimol's NPI number?
- 1962461806. The NPI (National Provider Identifier) is the clinician's permanent federal ID; you can look it up in the official NPI Registry.
Hospitals where George M. Benchimol works
Medicare's Facility Affiliation Data lists George M. Benchimol at these hospitals (updated 2026-10-02). Each hospital page shows its address, phone, emergency services, Medicare rating and all its clinicians.
- HCA Florida North Florida HospitalGainesville, FL · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 100204
- UF Health Shands HospitalGainesville, FL · Acute Care Hospital · CCN 100113
Practice locations
Addresses where George M. Benchimol is enrolled with Medicare (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- 6900 NW 9th BlvdGainesville, FL 32605 (352) 333‑6680
- PO Box, Suite 1099Melrose, FL 32666
Group practices
Medicare enrollment lists George M. Benchimol as a member of these groups (CMS data updated 2026-10-02).
- Lake Area Physical Therapy Inc.384 clinicians in the group
- Gainesville Physicians LLC15 clinicians in the group
Specialties
- Family Practiceprimary
Other family doctors in Gainesville
Clinicians with the same Medicare primary specialty in Gainesville, FL — not a recommendation.
Clinician information
| Credential | MD |
|---|---|
| Medical school | University Central Del Caribe Escuela De Medicina |
| Graduation year | 1982 |
| Gender (as listed) | Male |
| Medicare assignment | May accept for some services |
| NPI (National Provider Identifier) | 1962461806 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
Most corrections must be made at the source: clinicians update their NPI Registry record (NPPES) and their Medicare enrollment (PECOS); this page follows the next data release.
Sources
- Facility Affiliation Data — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- National Downloadable File (Doctors and Clinicians) — CMS, data updated 2026-10-02, retrieved 2026-10-29
- NPI Registry — U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (NPPES), the clinician’s official record
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare tool to look up clinicians