Pushpendu Banerjee, M.D.
Medical Oncology Internal Medicine
Pushpendu Banerjee is a Medical Oncology Internal Medicine specialist based in La Jolla, CA with over 35 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY, INTERNAL MEDICINE
With over 35 years in internal medicine, Pushpendu Banerjee, M.D. is a long-established medical oncology internal medicine specialist in La Jolla. With 35+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the La Jolla area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and cancer (per CMS data).
At a glance
- Prescribes opioids less than 29% of reporting doctors in California
- Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
Older · 2313dNPPES updated 2020-01-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California
Contact & Location
Practice Location
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 560, La Jolla, CA 92037-1229
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively.
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better3.25%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-1.8 pts)
3.25% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Medicare Patients
563
Unique beneficiaries
High volumePrescription Recipients
211
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
1,046
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $3.37M
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 High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Cancer.
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↓ Fewer patients than average (-2%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+34%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-5%) — less common here
Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease
US avg: 31.7%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
Weakened bones that are more prone to fractures, common in older adults
US avg: 18.1%↑ More patients than average (+9%) — a focus area for this doctor
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-4%) — less common here
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↓ Fewer patients than average (-11%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
$2.2k received from industry
78 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 Pushpendu Banerjee's NPI.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Board certified · Jan 22, 2020
Self-reported via NPPES
35 years in practice
Senior practitioner
Medical oncologists diagnose and treat cancer using chemotherapy, immunotherapy, targeted therapy, and hormone therapy. They coordinate care with surgical oncologists and radiation oncologists for comprehensive cancer treatment.
Taxonomy: 207RX0202X
Mailing address
Po Box 25100, Fresno, CA 93729-5100
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 190088
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NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Pushpendu Banerjee for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, follow-up consultations — no travel to La Jolla 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 Pushpendu Banerjee
Dr. Banerjee is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in La Jolla, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (858) 552-1410.
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 Pushpendu Banerjee
Practice Location
9850 Genesee Ave Ste 560, La Jolla, CA 92037-1229
Mailing Address
Po Box 25100, Fresno, CA 93729-5100
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