Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Douglas Benson, MD

Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (CMS: Orthopedic Surgery) · Chico, CA

  • NPI 1336302991
  • Accepts Medicare
  • MIPS 68.4 / 100 · 2023
  • 53 yrs in practice
  • Male
  • Solo practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
1531 Esplanade
Chico, CA 959263310
(530) 332-4475
fax (530) 893-6885

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
Profile last updated
October 26, 2012
Year of graduation
1973 — 53 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
207X00000X — NUCC code
State license (1)
California #G28623
Medicaid
CA #1336302991

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1336302991. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
33
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$4,290
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
99222 Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 33 32 $130

In context: peer comparison

Among 2 peers in this city , average services per provider: 186. This provider delivers 0.2× the peer median.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Douglas Benson's medical specialty?
Dr. Douglas Benson practices Orthopaedic Surgery Physician in Chico, CA.
Where does Dr. Douglas Benson practice?
Dr. Douglas Benson practices at 1531 Esplanade, Chico, CA 959263310. Office phone: 5303324475.
What is Dr. Douglas Benson's NPI?
Dr. Douglas Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1336302991, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Douglas Benson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Douglas Benson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Douglas Benson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.