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Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez, MD

Pediatric Endocrinologist, Endocrinologist

Peoria, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benavides Lopez, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Peoria, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Benavides Lopez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benavides Lopez’s office at (309) 624-2480.

    Is Dr. Benavides Lopez board certified as a Pediatric Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Benavides Lopez speak?

    Dr. Benavides Lopez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Benavides Lopez typically treat?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Benavides Lopez 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. Benavides Lopez. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes
    • Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Juvenile Diabetes
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
    • T1D
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Short Stature in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Child Growth Problems
    • Dwarfism
    • Growth Retardation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6252: Short stature (child)

    Also known as:

    • Adrenal Gland Overactivity
    • Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia (CAH)
    • Adrenal Gland Disorder
    • Birth Defects
    • 21-hydroxylase deficiency
    • 3-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase deficiency
    • Congenital adrenal hyperplasia due to 11-beta-hydroxylase deficiency
    • Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
    • Excess Adrenal Hormones
    • Adrenal Hyperactivity
    • CAH
    • Adrenogenital Syndrome
    • Enzyme Deficiency Adrenal Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
    • E250: Congenital adrenogenital disorders associated with enzyme deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis
    • Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Benavides Lopez typically perform?

    As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Benavides Lopez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Benavides Lopez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benavides Lopez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (309) 624-2480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benavides Lopez accept in Peoria, IL?

    Dr. Benavides Lopez in Peoria, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Monroe Plan for Medical Care

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benavides Lopez's office located?

    Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez's Primary Practice

    530 NE Glen Oak Ave

    Peoria, IL 61637

    (309) 624-2480

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    Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez's Practice 2

    1405 W Park St Ste 306

    Urbana, IL 61801

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    Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez's Practice 3

    507 E Armstrong Ave

    Peoria, IL 61603

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    What is Dr. Benavides Lopez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Benavides Lopez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043487192.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benavides Lopez?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benavides Lopez

    What is Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez's specialty?

    Dr. Benavides Lopez is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Peoria, IL.

    What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?

    A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.

    Is Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benavides Lopez is affiliated with Graham Hospital, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services, Unitypoint Health - Trinity Rock Island, Genesis Medical Center-Silvis, Osf Healthcare Saint Francis Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez accepting new patients in Peoria, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benavides Lopez's office at (309) 624-2480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez?

    Please contact Dr. Benavides Lopez's office at (309) 624-2480 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benavides Lopez's office located?

    Dr. Benavides Lopez's offices are located in Peoria, IL and Urbana, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez have?

    Dr. Valeria Benavides Lopez is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.