Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Addiction Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Bakersfield, CA
- NPI 1861485732
- Accepts Medicare
- 34 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
5601 Auburn St Unit A
Bakersfield, CA 933062977
(661) 616-9700
fax (661) 616-9719
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- August 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 16, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A52758
- Medicaid
- CA #00A527580
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1861485732. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
33
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$4,349
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 33 | 16 | $132 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 44 peers in Bakersfield Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 233. This provider delivers 0.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$71
Transactions
4
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals Lp | 3 | $52.05 | |
| Dynavax Technologies Corporation | 1 | $18.98 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
3,936
Patients
1,304
Total drug cost
$54,113
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 760 | 251 | $10,500 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 434 | 142 | $4,514 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 393 | 128 | $5,608 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 389 | 126 | $3,755 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 285 | 93 | $2,947 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 274 | 88 | $4,205 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 191 | 65 | $3,335 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 190 | 67 | $5,572 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 165 | 52 | $2,012 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 158 | 56 | $2,244 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner's medical specialty?
Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner practices Family Medicine Physician in Bakersfield, CA.
Where does Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner practice?
Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner practices at 5601 Auburn St Unit A, Bakersfield, CA 933062977. Office phone: 6616169700.
What is Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner's NPI?
Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861485732, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benita Cushingberry - Turner commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.