33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Benitez, Cardiologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Robert Benitez, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Benitez completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benitez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benitez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benitez’s office.
Where did Dr. Benitez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Cardiovascular Diseases; Univ Of Md Med Sys, Internal Medicine; Univ Of Va Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University of Md Sch of Med, Baltimore Md
Is Dr. Benitez board certified in Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Benitez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benitez speak?
Dr. Benitez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Benitez treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Benitez diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Benitez. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Benitez perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Benitez may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benitez's office.
Does Dr. Benitez accept my insurance?
Dr. Benitez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benitez accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Benitez in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CommuniCare Advantage
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Jai Medical Systems Healthchoice
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
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Where is Dr. Benitez's office located?
What is Dr. Benitez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benitez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720036460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benitez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benitez
What is Dr. Robert Benitez's specialty?
Dr. Benitez is a Cardiologist near Baltimore, MD. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Benitez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Benitez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Benitez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Maryland Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
Where can I learn more about Cardiologist?
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Is Robert Benitez accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Robert Benitez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Benitez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benitez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Benitez?
Please contact Dr. Benitez's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Benitez have?
Dr. Robert Benitez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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