Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Justin Bennet, MD PHD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Hepatology Physician · Santa Cruz, CA
- NPI 1134299308
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 30.0 / 100 · 2023
- 36 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1505 Soquel Dr, Suite12
Santa Cruz, CA 950651716
(831) 713-5050
fax (831) 475-0101
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 15, 2012
- Year of graduation
- 1990 — 36 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0101840379
- Medicaid
- VA #005847958
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1134299308. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
706
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$90,837
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 130 | 123 | $5 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 124 | 96 | $138 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 107 | 107 | $179 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 74 | 74 | $140 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 67 | 66 | $99 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 47 | 47 | $254 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 36 | 34 | $181 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 27 | 27 | $122 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 21 | 21 | $97 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 20 | 20 | $176 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Santa Cruz Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 76. This provider delivers 9.3× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$23
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abbvie INC. | 1 | $23.42 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
408
Patients
212
Total drug cost
$21,570
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 176 | 62 | $3,773 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 112 | 108 | $9,164 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 43 | 17 | $6,512 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 26 | 25 | $504 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 24 | 0 | $526 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 15 | 0 | $925 |
| Loperamide (Loperamide Hcl) | Brand | 12 | 0 | $166 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Justin Bennet's medical specialty?
Dr. Justin Bennet practices Gastroenterology Physician in Santa Cruz, CA.
Where does Dr. Justin Bennet practice?
Dr. Justin Bennet practices at 1505 Soquel Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 950651716. Office phone: 8317135050.
What is Dr. Justin Bennet's NPI?
Dr. Justin Bennet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1134299308, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Justin Bennet accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Justin Bennet accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Justin Bennet commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.