Durga Prasad Bestha, MD
Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology
Durga Prasad Bestha is a Psychiatry Psychiatry & Neurology specialist based in Charlotte, NC with over 24 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Durga Prasad Bestha, MD practices as part of a group psychiatry psychiatry & neurology specialist practice in Charlotte, NC. With 24+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Charlotte area. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have schizophrenia, anxiety, and mood disorders.
At a glance
- Uses generic medications more than 82% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Recent · 74dNPPES updated 2026-03-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better91.9%
North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(+9.1 pts)
Better than 82% of reporting doctors in North CarolinaHow often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
92
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
43
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
160
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $7k
Percentile rankings compared against 1,349 reporting peers in North Carolina.
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 Schizophrenia, Anxiety Disorders, and Mood Disorders.
A serious mental disorder affecting thinking, emotions, and behavior
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↑ More patients than average (+37%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Nicotine dependence and tobacco-related health complications
Problematic patterns of drug or alcohol use leading to health issues
A condition with extreme mood swings between emotional highs and lows
A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities
US avg: 31.8%↑ More patients than average (+15%) — 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 (-25%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Mar 10, 2026
Self-reported via NPPES
24 years in practice
Experienced
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
Mailing address
Po Box 19305, Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
Differs from practice location
Virtual Psychiatry & Neurology Care With Durga Prasad Bestha
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Durga Prasad Bestha for follow-up consultations, anxiety counseling, mood disorder follow-ups — no travel to Charlotte 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 Durga Prasad Bestha
NPI records show Dr. Bestha as active with telehealth listed in Charlotte, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (704) 444-2400.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Durga Prasad Bestha
Practice Location
501 Billingsley Rd Ste B, Charlotte, NC 28211-1009
Mailing Address
Po Box 19305, Charlotte, NC 28219-9305
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