Richard Benjamin Young, MD
Richard Benjamin Young is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Sacramento, CA with over 10 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.
Also practices: HEMATOLOGY/ONCOLOGY
Richard Benjamin Young, MD has practiced internal medicine for 10+ years, working in group practice. A University of Oklahoma College of Medicine graduate since 2016, he brings 10+ years of experience. A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital.
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
2279 45th St, Sacramento, CA 95817-1514
How Does This Doctor Compare?
Opioid Rx
↓ Lower = better5.04%
California avg: 5.2 · US avg: 5.1
✓ Higher than most doctors nationally(-0.1 pts)
5.04% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.
Generic Rx
↑ Higher = better67.4%
California avg: 83.3 · US avg: 82.8
⚠ Lower than most doctors nationally(-15.4 pts)
How often this doctor prescribes affordable generic drugs instead of expensive brand-name ones.
Prescription Recipients
70
Patients prescribed
Prescriptions Written
258
Total claims
Total Medicare drug cost: $739k
Percentile rankings compared against 9,360 reporting peers in California.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 2016
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine
Board certified · Mar 3, 2025
Self-reported via NPPES
10 years in practice
Established
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Taxonomy: 207R00000X
Education & Training
University of Oklahoma College of Medicine (Class of 2016)
Mailing address
4501 X St Ste 3016, Sacramento, CA 95817-2229
Differs from practice location
Primary hospital affiliation: Acute Care Hospitals
CMS Certification Number: 210023
View hospital on Medicare Care CompareVirtual Internal Medicine Care With Richard Benjamin Young
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Richard Benjamin Young for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Sacramento 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 Richard Benjamin Young
Dr. Young is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Sacramento, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (916) 734-5959.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D. See Data Methodology.
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Practice Location
2279 45th St, Sacramento, CA 95817-1514
Mailing Address
4501 X St Ste 3016, Sacramento, CA 95817-2229
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