Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Benjamin Azevedo, M. D., M. P H
Internal Medicine Physician (CMS: Internal Medicine) · Lake Charles, LA
- NPI 1821434432
- Accepts Medicare
- 13 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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1000 Walters St
Lake Charles, LA 706074647
(337) 480-8066
fax (337) 480-8061 - Mailing address
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Po Box 122108 Dept 2108
Dallas, TX 753122108
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- February 3, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2013 — 13 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207R00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Louisiana #305391
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1821434432. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
872
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$95,556
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 405 | 175 | $114 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 194 | 96 | $76 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 184 | 160 | $109 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 89 | 82 | $164 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 18 peers in this city , average services per provider: 109. This provider delivers 8.0× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$68
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| E.R. Squibb & Sons, L.L.C. | 2 | $43.40 | |
| Salix Pharmaceuticals, a division of Bausch Health US, LLC | 1 | $24.79 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
40
Patients
39
Total drug cost
$203
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Furosemide | Generic | 15 | 14 | $70 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 14 | 14 | $104 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 11 | 11 | $29 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Benjamin Azevedo's medical specialty?
Dr. Benjamin Azevedo practices Internal Medicine Physician in Lake Charles, LA.
Where does Dr. Benjamin Azevedo practice?
Dr. Benjamin Azevedo practices at 1000 Walters St, Lake Charles, LA 706074647. Office phone: 3374808066.
What is Dr. Benjamin Azevedo's NPI?
Dr. Benjamin Azevedo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1821434432, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Benjamin Azevedo accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Benjamin Azevedo accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Benjamin Azevedo commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.