Michael S Benjamin, M.D.
Michael S Benjamin is a Hematology & Oncology specialist based in West Hills, CA with over 28 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: INFECTIOUS DISEASE
Michael S Benjamin, M.D. has practiced internal medicine for 28+ years, working in group practice. He graduated from Tulane University School of Medicine in 1998 and has 28+ years of clinical experience. He regularly sees Medicare patients with hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis (per CMS claims data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
7325 Medical Center Dr Ste 301, West Hills, CA 91307-1928
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better15.5%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-67.3 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Medicare Patients
499
Unique beneficiaries
Standard volumePrescription Recipients
142
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,255
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $9.73M
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.
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
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↑ More patients than average (+10%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+12%) — a focus area for this doctor
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+16%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↑ More patients than average (+4%) — a focus area for this doctor
Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.6k received from industry
99 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 Michael S Benjamin's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1998
Tulane University School of Medicine
Board certified · Jan 23, 2023
Self-reported via NPPES
28 years in practice
Experienced
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of the combination of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine WAS able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in the field of Hematology and Oncology. The Certificate is NO longer offered.
Taxonomy: 207RH0003X
Education & Training
Tulane University School of Medicine (Class of 1998)
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190176
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Hematology & Oncology Care With Michael S Benjamin
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Michael S Benjamin for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to West Hills 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 Michael S Benjamin
NPI records show Dr. Benjamin as active with telehealth listed in West Hills, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (818) 570-2134.
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
7325 Medical Center Dr Ste 301, West Hills, CA 91307-1928
Mailing Address
7325 Medical Center Dr Ste 301, West Hills, CA 91307-1928
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