BENJAMIN RUSH MILAM MD
NPI 1467949958
Internal Medicine - Addiction Medicine in Cathedral City, CA

Active since April 19, 2018PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
84.3/100
CMS Quality Rating
67780 E PALM CANYON DR, CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234(760) 773-4300(760) 837-8994 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 24, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 4, 2023, Apr 19, 2018 (2 updates tracked since 2018).

About Benjamin Rush Milam Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

BENJAMIN RUSH MILAM MD (NPI 1467949958) is an individual addiction medicine provider in Cathedral City, California, licensed in California (A173589) and active in the NPI registry since April 2018. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Kootenai Health, and is a graduate of Other (2018).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467949958
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy207RA0401X
Provider Legal NameBENJAMIN RUSH MILAMCredential: MD
Location Address67780 E PALM CANYON DRCathedral City, CA 92234-5441
Mailing Address39000 Bob Hope DrRancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221 · (760) 340-3911 · Fax (760) 837-8956
Fax(760) 837-8994
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2018
Enumeration DateApril 19, 2018
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 24, 20252 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 24, 2025
NPI 1467949958 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyInternal Medicine · Addiction MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207RA0401X
License Licensed in CA · A173589
Definition
An internist doctor of osteopathy that specializes in the treatment of addiction disorders. A doctor of osteopathy that is board eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine can obtain a Certificate of Added Qualifications in the field of Addiction Medicine.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License A173589 (CA), M-16993 (ID)
Also ListedHospitalistTaxonomy 208M00000X · License A173589 (CA)
67780 E PALM CANYON DR, Cathedral City, CA 92234

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Benjamin Rush Milam Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID2860898335
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230321002577
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 8

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
356 services208 patients
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit G0439
An annual wellness visit is a yearly appointment with your primary care provider to create or update a personalized prevention plan. This plan helps prevent illness based on your current health and risk factors. It's a subsequent visit, meaning it follows an initial assessment.
178 services178 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
123 services102 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
40 services40 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
21 services21 patients
Transitional care management services for problem of at least moderate complexity 99495
Transitional care management services focus on coordinating and managing your care after you leave the hospital. For moderate complexity problems, this involves managing your medications, arranging further treatments, and ensuring you have the necessary follow-ups.
19 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Kootenai Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Coeur D'alene, ID
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number130049
Location2003 Kootenai Health WayCoeur D'alene, ID 83814 · Kootenai County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 92234 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$136.04 typical visit price
range $59.60 – $179.42
Typical copayment $34.01 (range $14.90 – $44.85)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$104.64 typical visit price
range $19.37 – $146.42
Typical copayment $26.16 (range $4.84 – $36.60)
Most-billed visit code 99214
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

84.3/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality88.95
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost58.71

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$14.82 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
1 supplier16 claims16 services$68.14 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 14

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Nurse Practitioner (Family)
67780 E PALM CANYON DR
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234
Internal Medicine
67780 E PALM CANYON DR
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
67780 E PALM CANYON DR, STE. 100
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234
Emergency Medicine
67780 E PALM CANYON DR
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234
Physician Assistant
67780 E PALM CANYON DR
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234
General Acute Care Hospital
67780 E PALM CANYON DR
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234
Internal Medicine
67780 E PALM CANYON DR
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234
Family Medicine (Addiction Medicine)
67780 E PALM CANYON DR
CATHEDRAL CITY, CA 92234

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Benjamin Milam's NPI number?

The NPI number for Benjamin Milam is 1467949958. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 19, 2018.

Where is Benjamin Milam located?

Benjamin Milam practices at 67780 E Palm Canyon Dr, Cathedral City, CA 92234. The listed phone number is (760) 773-4300.

What is Benjamin Milam's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine, specializing in Addiction Medicine, with taxonomy code 207RA0401X.

Is Benjamin Milam enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Benjamin Milam is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Benjamin Milam accept?

Health plans from Moda Health Plan, Inc., Premera Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alaska and Providence Health Plan list Benjamin Milam as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Benjamin Milam affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Benjamin Milam is affiliated with Kootenai Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Benjamin Milam was last updated on July 24, 2025. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 12 months ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.