Benjamin Scott Zertuche, M.D.
Benjamin Scott Zertuche is a Family Medicine specialist based in Pleasanton, TX with over 29 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY
Patients across TX can see Benjamin Scott Zertuche, M.D. in person in Pleasanton or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (class of 1997), he has been practicing for over 29 years. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and mood disorders (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 23% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Uses generic medications more than 35% of reporting doctors in Texas
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 796dNPPES updated 2024-03-18 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Texas Medical Board
Contact & Location
Practice Location
1746 W Goodwin St, Pleasanton, TX 78064-4500
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
MIPS Score
20237.13/100
Texas avg: 79.1 · US avg: 83.6
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-76.5 pts)
How the government rates this doctor's Medicare care quality. Scores above 75 are considered good.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.54%
Texas avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.6 pts)
3.54% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better85.4%
Texas avg: 83.8 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+2.6 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
456
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
547
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
21,910
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $1.87M
Percentile rankings compared against 4,889 reporting peers in Texas.
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Mood Disorders.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+28%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor
Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$39 received from industry
2 transactions reported in 2024 ·Low 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 Scott Zertuche's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1997
Ut Health San Antonio Joe R. and Teresa Lozano Long School of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 17, 2024
Self-reported via NPPES
29 years in practice
Experienced
Family Medicine is the medical specialty which is concerned with the total health care of the individual and the family. It is the specialty in breadth which integrates the biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine is not limited by age, sex, organ system, or disease entity.
Taxonomy: 207Q00000X
Education & Training
University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio (Class of 1997)
Virtual Family Medicine Care With Benjamin Scott Zertuche
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Benjamin Scott Zertuche for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Pleasanton 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 Scott Zertuche
Dr. Zertuche is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Pleasanton, TX. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (830) 268-5040.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS QPP 2023 · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2024 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
1746 W Goodwin St, Pleasanton, TX 78064-4500
Mailing Address
1746 W Goodwin St, Pleasanton, TX 78064-4500
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