Rayomand Rusi Bengali, MD

Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Rayomand Rusi Bengali is a Geriatric Medicine Internal Medicine specialist based in Durham, NC with over 15 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(919) 932-5700Durham, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

Rayomand Rusi Bengali, MD practices as part of a group geriatrician practice in Durham, NC. With 15+ years of experience, he has been practicing in the Durham area. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and Alzheimer's/dementia (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Prescribes opioids less than 55% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Uses generic medications more than 55% of reporting doctors in North Carolina
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 33 Internal Medicine providers in NCSee all Internal Medicine in Durham15+ years experienceNPI since 2008

Older · 855dNPPES updated 2024-01-19 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

2511 Old Cornwallis Rd Suite 200, Durham, NC 27713-1869

Fax: (919) 933-6881
CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Based on Medicare data, this doctor prescribes opioid pain medications conservatively, favors affordable generic drugs over brand-name ones.

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

0.51%

North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Higher than most doctors nationally(-4.6 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina

0.51% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Generic Rx

↑ Higher = better

88.1%

North Carolina avg: 83.1 · US avg: 82.8

Higher than most doctors nationally(+5.3 pts)

Typical range among reporting doctors in North Carolina

How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.

Medicare Patients

1,176

Unique beneficiaries

High volume

Prescription Recipients

263

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

6,090

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $380k

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.

Patient Condition Panel

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 Alzheimer's / Dementia.

Hypertension
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

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

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Alzheimer's / Dementia
75%

Progressive brain disorders causing memory loss and cognitive decline

Mood Disorders
64%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Arthritis
Higher than avg (+13%)62%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↑ More patients than average (+13%) — a focus area for this doctor

Depression
Higher than avg (+29%)61%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↑ More patients than average (+29%) — a focus area for this doctor

Anxiety Disorders
Higher than avg (+23%)57%

Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life

US avg: 34.1%

↑ More patients than average (+23%) — a focus area for this doctor

Chronic Kidney Disease
Higher than avg (+26%)56%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↑ More patients than average (+26%) — a focus area for this doctor

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

Industry Payment Transparency

$62 received from industry

1 transaction reported in 2018 ·Low tier

View on CMS Open Payments →

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 2018, attributed to Rayomand Rusi Bengali's NPI.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Board certified · Jan 18, 2024

    Self-reported via NPPES

  2. 15 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineGeriatric Medicine in DurhamAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Geriatricians specialize in healthcare for older adults, managing multiple chronic conditions, medication interactions, cognitive decline, falls prevention, and end-of-life care planning.

Taxonomy: 207RG0300X

Virtual Geriatric Medicine Care With Rayomand Rusi Bengali

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Rayomand Rusi Bengali for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, cognitive care — no travel to Durham 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 Rayomand Rusi Bengali

NPI records show Dr. Bengali as active with telehealth listed in Durham, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (919) 932-5700.

Verified across 5 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Open Payments 2018 · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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