Benjamin N.R. Cheyette, M.D., PH.D.
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Benjamin N.R. Cheyette is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Burlingame, CA with over 31 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Benjamin N.R. Cheyette, M.D., PH.D. has practiced psychiatry & neurology for 31+ years, working in group practice. Trained at University of California, Geffen School of Medicine (class of 1995), he has been practicing for over 31 years. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have depression, mood disorders, and anxiety.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 44% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 1948dNPPES updated 2021-01-21 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1860 El Camino Real Ste 250, Burlingame, CA 94010-3111
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better86.8%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+4 pts)
Typical range among reporting doctors in CaliforniaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
24
Unique beneficiaries
Boutique practicePrescription Recipients
36
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
318
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $62k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
Data Note: Sourced from CMS Medicare Provider Utilization & Payment Data. Percentile rankings compare this provider against all peers with reported data in the same state. Updated annually to reflect the latest federal reporting cycle.
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Depression, Mood Disorders, and Anxiety Disorders.
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+43%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-12%) — less common here
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+1%) — a focus area for this doctor
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-24%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$669 received from industry
26 transactions reported in 2024 ·Moderate tier
Payments include consulting fees, speaking honoraria, food & beverage, travel, research support, and ownership interests from drug and medical device manufacturers. Disclosure is required by the federal Physician Payments Sunshine Act. These payments do not necessarily indicate conflicts of interest. National median: $338 across 136 000 tracked providers.
Tiers — Low: under $500 · Moderate: $500-5 000 · High: $5 000-25 000 · Very High: $25 000+. Source: CMS Open Payments 2024, attributed to Benjamin N.R. Cheyette's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1995
David Geffen School of Medicine at Ucla
Board certified · Jan 20, 2021
Self-reported via NPPES
31 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Psychiatrists are physicians who diagnose and treat mental health conditions including depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and substance use disorders. They can prescribe medications and provide psychotherapy.
Taxonomy: 2084P0800X
Education & Training
University of California, Geffen School of Medicine (Class of 1995)
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Benjamin N.R. Cheyette
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin N.R. Cheyette for depression management, mood disorder follow-ups, anxiety counseling — no travel to Burlingame required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin N.R. Cheyette
NPI records show Dr. Cheyette as active with telehealth listed in Burlingame, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (650) 449-8718.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Benjamin N.R. Cheyette
Practice Location
1860 El Camino Real Ste 250, Burlingame, CA 94010-3111
Mailing Address
1860 El Camino Real Ste 250, Burlingame, CA 94010-3111
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