Benjamin Degatur, M.D.
NPI 1013158088 · Family Medicine Physician · Breaux Bridge, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - General Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Degatur, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Breaux Bridge, LA (NPI 1013158088).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1013158088
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,735 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 369 | $118 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 266 | $84 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 211 | $17 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 186 | $120 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 180 | $17 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 148 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 341 | 81 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 323 | 74 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 316 | 68 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 301 | 64 |
| Pravastatin Sodium | 296 | 63 |
| Lisinopril | 290 | 68 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$507 across 29 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2009-03-20
- Last updated
- 2012-06-28
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Degatur's NPI number?
- Benjamin Degatur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1013158088, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Degatur's specialty?
- Benjamin Degatur is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Degatur located?
- Benjamin Degatur's practice location on file with NPPES is 206 Champagne Blvd, Breaux Bridge, LA 70517-3734.
- What is Benjamin Degatur's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Degatur is (337) 332-3500.
- Does Benjamin Degatur accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Degatur is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Degatur's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Degatur's NPI (1013158088) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-06-28.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.