Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Newsom, M.D.
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Alexandria, LA
- NPI 1619233236
- Accepts Medicare
- 14 yrs in practice
- Male
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
211 4Th St
Alexandria, LA 713018421
(318) 769-5283
fax (318) 769-5213
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- January 26, 2016
- Year of graduation
- 2012 — 14 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #MD207007
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1619233236. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,292
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$202,529
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 1,689 | 354 | $76 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 306 | 288 | $109 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 162 | 98 | $114 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 135 | 130 | $166 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 8 peers in this city , average services per provider: 190. This provider delivers 12× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
339
Patients
274
Total drug cost
$8,315
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 60 | 46 | $584 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 32 | 31 | $123 |
| Cefdinir | Generic | 27 | 27 | $369 |
| Clopidogrel (Clopidogrel Bisulfate) | Brand | 27 | 25 | $178 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | Generic | 23 | 22 | $61 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 22 | 22 | $128 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 22 | 21 | $230 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | Generic | 21 | 21 | $174 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 17 | 17 | $54 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 17 | 0 | $215 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Newsom's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Newsom practices Internal Medicine Physician in Alexandria, LA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Newsom practice?
Dr. Benjamin Newsom practices at 211 4Th St, Alexandria, LA 713018421. Office phone: 3187695283.
What is Dr. Benjamin Newsom's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Newsom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1619233236, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Newsom accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Newsom accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Newsom commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.