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Dr. Benjamin W. Light, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Decatur, Alabama

Dr. Benjamin W. Light, MD

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Decatur, Alabama
● Taking New Patients
NPI: 1760463632· License: 00024976 (AL) verify
Medical school: University Of Illinois College Of Med (chi/peor/rock/chm-urb) · Graduated 1994
Industry payments (2024): $745 across 25 payments (what this means)
4.6(14 ratings)

About

Dr. Benjamin W. Light, MD, FACS, is a highly regarded, double board-certified facial plastic surgeon practicing in Decatur, Alabama. He specializes in a range of facial plastic surgery procedures and is known for building strong relationships with his patients. Dr. Light has over 29 years of experience and offers his expertise at Light Facial Plastic Surgery. While pricing information isn't available online, prospective patients can contact his office directly. Dr. Light's extensive education includes a fellowship in Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery and his commitment to patient care is reflected in his excellent online ratings.

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Specialties

  • Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon

Procedures & Services

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Patient Experience

Dr. Benjamin W. Light Review Summary

4.63
Dr. Light receives consistently high ratings online, averaging 4.6 out of 5 stars across various platforms. Patients praise his skill and demeanor.

Ratings from Other Platforms

healthgrades.com

4.7 out of 5

Based on 10 reviews

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care.healthline.com

4.7 out of 5

Based on 10 reviews

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Google Reviews

4.5 out of 5

Based on 21 reviews

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Dr. Benjamin W. Light, MD - Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon in Decatur, Alabama

Light Facial Plastic Surgery

1218 13th Ave SE, Decatur, Alabama

(256) 351-2000

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Each service is approximately 60 minutes.

Industry Payments

Federal law (the Physician Payments Sunshine Act) requires drug and medical-device companies to report anything of value they give to a physician — consulting and speaking fees, research funding, travel, royalties, and even meals. Medicare publishes all of it in a public database called Open Payments. We show it here so you don't have to go looking for it.

Total received (2024)

$745

Payments

25

Compared to peers

Modest

Dr. Benjamin W. Light received $745 across 25 payments in 2024. That is higher than about 56% of the physicians here who received any industry payment. Most of it was categorised as food and beverage, and the largest single payer was GENZYME CORPORATION.

What this means for your care

  • A disclosed payment is a business relationship, not evidence of wrongdoing, and it says nothing on its own about the quality of your care.
  • Most payments are small. Across the physicians listed on NavMDs, the single most common category is food and beverage at industry-sponsored talks.
  • Larger consulting, speaking or royalty payments mean an ongoing financial relationship with a company whose products your doctor may use or recommend. That is worth knowing about, and it is reasonable to ask about.
  • A fair question to ask: “Do you have a financial relationship with the maker of the implant, filler or device you're recommending — and what alternatives did you consider?”

Source: CMS Open Payments, the federal database created by the Sunshine Act. View the full record on CMS Open Payments ↗

Insurance Information

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Phone: (256) 351-2000

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Location & Contact Information

Light Facial Plastic Surgery

1218 13th Ave SE

Decatur, Alabama 35601

Office Information

Phone: (256) 351-2000

Where does Dr. Benjamin W. Light practice?

Doctor's Office

Light Facial Plastic Surgery (Primary)

1218 13th Ave SE, Decatur, Alabama 35601

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Hospital Affiliations

Alabama and is affiliated with Decatur Morgan Hospital

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Education & Experience

Education

University Of Pittsburgh Medical Center
University Of Illinois
Wheaton College

Certifications & Licenses

Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Facs

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin W. Light online?
The provided information doesn't confirm online booking availability. It's best to contact Dr. Light's office directly at (256) 351-2000 or via email at [email protected] for appointment scheduling.
Does Dr. Benjamin W. Light offer telehealth?
The provided information does not indicate whether Dr. Light offers telehealth services. Contacting the office directly is recommended for inquiries about telehealth options.
What do patients have to say about Dr. Benjamin W. Light?
Patients describe Dr. Light and his staff as "great."
What areas of care does Dr. Benjamin W. Light cater to?
Dr. Light specializes in facial plastic surgery, encompassing both cosmetic and reconstructive procedures. He is also an ENT-otolaryngologist (ear, nose, and throat specialist) and a head & neck surgeon, suggesting a broad expertise in these related areas.