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Dr. Tara Benjamin, MD
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benjamin, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Tara Benjamin, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Benjamin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benjamin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benjamin’s office at (225) 924-8338.
What languages does Dr. Benjamin speak?
Dr. Benjamin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Benjamin treat?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benjamin 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. Benjamin. 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:
- High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
- Essential High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Chronic hypertension in pregnancy
- Essential hypertension complicating pregnancy
- Hypertension during gestation
- Pre-existing high blood pressure in pregnancy
- Chronic Essential Hypertension in Pregnancy
- Primary Hypertension During Pregnancy
- High Blood Pressure Before Pregnancy
- Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy
- Pre-existing High Blood Pressure during Pregnancy
- Maternal Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- O10013: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester
- O10012: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating pregnancy, second trimester
- O10912: Unspecified pre-existing hypertension complicating pregnancy, second trimester
- O10913: Unspecified pre-existing hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
Also known as:
- Twin Pregnancy
- Twins, Triplets, Multiple Births
- Pregnancy with twins
- Having twins
- Twin gestation
- Expecting twins
ICD-10 Codes:
- O30042: Twin pregnancy, dichorionic/diamniotic, second trimester
- O30043: Twin pregnancy, dichorionic/diamniotic, third trimester
Also known as:
- Gestational Diabetes Controlled by Oral Medication
- Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Insulin-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Gestational diabetes
- Risk Factors for Type 2 Diabetes
- GDM on oral drugs
- Pregnancy diabetes oral meds
- Gestational diabetes pill controlled
- Gestational diabetes managed by diet
- Pregnancy diabetes diet control
- GDM diet management
- Pregnancy Diabetes on Insulin
- Insulin for Gestational Diabetes
- GDM with Insulin
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24415: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, controlled by oral hypoglycemic drugs
- O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled
- O24414: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, insulin controlled
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes in Pregnancy
- Type 2 Diabetes in Late Pregnancy
- Diabetes and Pregnancy
- Pregnancy if You Have Diabetes
- Adult-Onset Diabetes in Pregnancy
- Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes Pregnancy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2 Pregnancy
- Pre-existing Type 2 Diabetes third trimester
- Adult-Onset Diabetes in late pregnancy
- Non-Insulin-Dependent Diabetes in late pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O24112: Pre-existing type 2 diabetes mellitus, in pregnancy, second trimester
- O24113: Pre-existing type 2 diabetes mellitus, in pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Past Obstetric Problems
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Monitoring Pregnancy After Reproductive Issues
- Specialized Pregnancy Care for Previous Complications
- High-Risk Obstetric History Management
- Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
- Elderly Multigravida Care
- Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09292: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, second trimester
- O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Fetal Abnormality
- Birth Defects
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Congenital Anomaly
- Fetal Malformation
- Developmental Abnormality
- Birth Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- O358XX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Twin pregnancy with one placenta and two amniotic sacs
- Twins, Triplets, Multiple Births
- Monochorionic diamniotic twin pregnancy
- MoDi twins
- Twins sharing a placenta but separate sacs
ICD-10 Codes:
- O30032: Twin pregnancy, monochorionic/diamniotic, second trimester
Also known as:
- Endocrine, nutritional, or metabolic Disease during pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Metabolic disorders in pregnancy
- Nutritional deficiencies in pregnancy
- Hormone problems in pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99282: Endocrine, nutritional and metabolic diseases complicating pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Fetal Genitourinary Anomalies
- Fetal Urinary Tract Defects
- Fetal Reproductive Organ Malformations
- Congenital Kidney Problems in Fetus
ICD-10 Codes:
- O35EXX0: Maternal care for other (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, fetal genitourinary anomalies, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Suspected Fetal Abnormality Ruled Out
- Fetal defect ruled out
- No birth defect found
- Fetal anomaly check cleared
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0373: Encounter for suspected fetal anomaly ruled out
Which procedures does Dr. Benjamin perform as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?
As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tara Benjamin may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benjamin's office.
Does Dr. Benjamin accept my insurance?
Dr. Benjamin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 924-8338 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benjamin accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Benjamin in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Benjamin's office located?
Dr. Tara Benjamin's Practice 2
4630 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy Ste 302
Lafayette, LA 70508
(337) 470-4563
What is Dr. Benjamin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benjamin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427222413.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benjamin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benjamin
What is Dr. Tara Benjamin's specialty?
Dr. Benjamin is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Benjamin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tara Benjamin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, North Oaks Medical Center, Woman's Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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
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Is Tara Benjamin accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Tara Benjamin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Benjamin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office at (225) 924-8338 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Benjamin?
Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office at (225) 924-8338 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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