Benjamin Newsom, M.D.
NPI 1619233236 · Internal Medicine Physician · Alexandria, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Newsom, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Alexandria, LA (NPI 1619233236).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1619233236
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD207007 (LA)
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
14 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
2,058 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 | 1,455 | $74 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 270 | $111 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 226 | $107 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 107 | $162 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $74–$162 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 60 | 35 |
| Prednisone | 25 | 19 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 23 | 22 |
| Carvedilol | 22 | 20 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 21 | 21 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 19 | — |
| Clopidogrel Bisulfate |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2012-04-09
- Last updated
- 2016-01-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Newsom's NPI number?
- Benjamin Newsom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619233236, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Newsom's specialty?
- Benjamin Newsom is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Newsom located?
- Benjamin Newsom's practice location on file with NPPES is 211 4th St, Alexandria, LA 71301-8421.
- What is Benjamin Newsom's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Newsom is (318) 769-5283.
- Does Benjamin Newsom accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Newsom is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Newsom's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Newsom's NPI (1619233236) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-01-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.