Benjamin Potkin, M.D.
NPI 1740335090 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Benjamin Potkin, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Santa Cruz, CA (NPI 1740335090).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1740335090
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- G55040 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
13,614 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 | 3,563 | $129 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report93000 | 2,952 | $14 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 779 | $202 |
| Electrocardiogram (ecg) Up to 30 Days Continuous With Review and Report By Health Care Professional93228 | 757 | $24 |
| Electrocardiogram (ecg) Up to 30 Days Continuous With Transmission of Patient Triggered Events With Review and Report By Health Care Professional93229 | 757 | $893 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 69 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 1,108 | 312 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 989 | 279 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 961 | 249 |
| Valsartan | 514 | 155 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 477 | 149 |
| Losartan Potassium | 466 | 141 |
| Diltiazem Hclbrand: Diltiazem 24hr Er (cd) |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,351 across 112 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
- 2007-01-25
- Last updated
- 2024-06-13
- Certified
- 2024-06-13
Frequently asked questions
- What is Benjamin Potkin's NPI number?
- Benjamin Potkin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1740335090, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Benjamin Potkin's specialty?
- Benjamin Potkin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Benjamin Potkin located?
- Benjamin Potkin's practice location on file with NPPES is 1595 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065-1719.
- What is Benjamin Potkin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Benjamin Potkin is (831) 761-1680.
- Does Benjamin Potkin accept Medicare?
- Benjamin Potkin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Benjamin Potkin's NPI active?
- Yes — Benjamin Potkin's NPI (1740335090) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-06-13.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.