James Benn, NP
Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Benn Nurse Practitioner
1790100287Is James Benn, NP a Good Nurse Practitioner?
James Benn, NP has a trust score of 77/100 — a solid, above-average rating for nurse practitioners in Beaufort. With 12 years of practice (near the local average of 12), they have solid experience.
The most important verification step for any nurse practitioner is confirming an active, unrestricted license with the state board — use the panel on this page to check Benn's current standing and any public disciplinary actions directly at the source.
What is a psych/mental health nurse practitioner?
Psychiatric-mental health NPs (PMHNPs) diagnose and treat mental health conditions, including medication management and therapy.
When to see one: For depression, anxiety, ADHD, or psychiatric medication management.
More about psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioners →Trust Verification
- NPI Active
- License Active
- No Disciplinary Actions
- Credentials Verified
- Established Practice
- Focus Verified
Nurse practitioners in Beaufort, SC
Beaufort has 57 verified nurse practitioners on NPProof, with an average of about 12 years in practice, and 5 focused on psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner. South Carolina nurse practitioners are licensed and disciplined by the South Carolina Board of Nursing, whose public record covers license status, disciplinary actions.
Peer Comparison
12
Years practicing
12
Avg in Beaufort
57
Nurse Practitioners in Beaufort
NP
Credential
Before your appointment
- Confirm Benn's license is active and unrestricted with the South Carolina board of nursing (link on this page).
- Ask whether they practice independently or under a collaborative agreement — scope varies by state.
- Confirm they can prescribe what you may need, including any controlled medications, in your state.
- Describe your health goal and ask whether they handle it directly or coordinate with a physician.
- Ask about cost, insurance, and typical appointment length.
Frequently asked questions
Is James Benn, NP a licensed nurse practitioner?
James Benn, NP is an advanced-practice nurse practitioner (NP) with an NPI (1790100287) on file in the national provider registry. Active license status and any public disciplinary actions are maintained by the South Carolina Board of Nursing — verify current standing using the link on this page.
How experienced is James Benn, NP?
James Benn, NP has approximately 12 years in practice, based on NPI enumeration date. The average nurse practitioner in Beaufort has about 12 years. There are 57 nurse practitioners in Beaufort, including 5 with a psychiatric/mental health nurse practitioner focus.
Where is James Benn, NP located?
James Benn, NP practices at Benn Nurse Practitioner, BEAUFORT MEMORIAL SEA ISLAND PSYCHIATRY, 989 RIBAUT RD, STE 330, Beaufort, SC 29902. Phone: (843) 522-5600.
Related reading
Choosing a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
PMHNPs are a growing option for mental-health medication management.
Can Nurse Practitioners Prescribe Medication?
In most states NPs can prescribe, including many controlled substances.
How to Verify an NP's License
Confirming an active license and clean record is a smart first step.
Verify License & Discipline
License status and public disciplinary actions are maintained by the South Carolina Board of Nursing, whose official record verifies license status, disciplinary actions. Check Benn's current standing at the source:
Look up on the state boardWe link to the official board rather than republishing discipline records, so you always see the most current, authoritative status.
Quick Facts
- Focus
- Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
- Credential
- NP
- Gender
- Male
- NPI Since
- 02/20/2014