Cherie Vanhuse, M.D.
NPI 1619165057 · Internal Medicine Physician · Ridgecrest, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Cherie Vanhuse, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Ridgecrest, CA (NPI 1619165057).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619165057
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- G69322 (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
18 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
124 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 24 | $139 |
| Blood Test, Basic Group of Blood Chemicals (calcium, Total)80048 | 21 | $8 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 20 | $8 |
| Automated Urinalysis Test81003 | 17 | $2 |
| Liver Function Blood Test Panel80076 | 16 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 14 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | 24 | 22 |
| Prednisone | 24 | 24 |
| Cephalexin | 23 | 22 |
| Albuterol Sulfatebrand: Albuterol Sulfate Hfa | 19 | 16 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 19 | 18 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | 18 | 18 |
| Tramadol Hcl/Acetaminophenbrand: Tramadol Hcl-Acetaminophen |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-10-10
- Last updated
- 2021-11-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Cherie Vanhuse's NPI number?
- Cherie Vanhuse's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619165057, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Cherie Vanhuse's specialty?
- Cherie Vanhuse is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Cherie Vanhuse located?
- Cherie Vanhuse's practice location on file with NPPES is 1111 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA 93555-3131.
- What is Cherie Vanhuse's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Cherie Vanhuse is (760) 499-3855.
- Does Cherie Vanhuse accept Medicare?
- Cherie Vanhuse is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Cherie Vanhuse's NPI active?
- Yes — Cherie Vanhuse's NPI (1619165057) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-11-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.