Cesar Benitez, M.D
NPI 1275738098 · Psychiatry Physician · El Cajon, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Psychiatry · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cesar Benitez, M.D is a Psychiatry Physician provider in El Cajon, CA (NPI 1275738098).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275738098
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Psychiatry PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A107600 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,305 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 554 | $80 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 530 | $67 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 88 | $120 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 49 | $176 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 46 | $118 |
| Psychiatric Diagnostic Evaluation With Medical Services90792 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 32 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Olanzapine | 176 | 27 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | 121 | 17 |
| Haloperidol Decanoate | 66 | — |
| Clozapine | 62 | — |
| Divalproex Sodiumbrand: Divalproex Sodium Er | 56 | 11 |
| Paliperidone Palmitatebrand: Invega Sustenna | 56 | — |
| Risperidone | 56 | — |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-06-20
- Last updated
- 2012-09-05
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cesar Benitez's NPI number?
- Cesar Benitez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275738098, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cesar Benitez's specialty?
- Cesar Benitez is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Psychiatry Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cesar Benitez located?
- Cesar Benitez's practice location on file with NPPES is 225 W Madison Ave, El Cajon, CA 92020-3454.
- What is Cesar Benitez's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cesar Benitez is (619) 447-1010.
- Does Cesar Benitez accept Medicare?
- Cesar Benitez is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cesar Benitez's NPI active?
- Yes — Cesar Benitez's NPI (1275738098) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-09-05.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.