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Dr. Luis Benalcazar, MD

Dr. Luis Benalcazar, MD

Elizabeth, NJ

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benalcazar, Internist in Elizabeth, NJ?

    Dr. Luis Benalcazar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Elizabeth, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Benalcazar graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benalcazar is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benalcazar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benalcazar’s office at (908) 353-3626.

    Where did Dr. Benalcazar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine | UMDNJ

    • Medical School: Ponce Sch of Med, Ponce Pr | Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Benalcazar board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Benalcazar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Benalcazar speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Benalcazar treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Benalcazar 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. Benalcazar. 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
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Peripheral Artery Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Blood Vessel Disease
    • PAD from Diabetes
    • Circulation Problems from Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1151: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic peripheral angiopathy without gangrene

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Cerebral Atherosclerosis
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Brain Disease
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification
    • Hardening of Brain Arteries
    • Brain Artery Plaque
    • Cerebral Artery Disease
    • Brain Blood Vessel Hardening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
    • I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Peripheral Arterial Disease
    • Bilateral leg claudication
    • PAD both legs pain with activity
    • Both legs artery pain when walking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Left Leg Pain
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Pain in left lower limb
    • Left leg discomfort
    • Aching left leg

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M79605: Pain in left leg

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Osteoarthritis
    • Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
    • Joint Degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site

    Which procedures does Dr. Benalcazar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Luis Benalcazar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benalcazar's office.

    Does Dr. Benalcazar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benalcazar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 353-3626 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benalcazar accept in Elizabeth, NJ?

    Dr. Benalcazar in Elizabeth, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Braven Health

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Benalcazar's office located?

    Dr. Luis Benalcazar's Primary Practice

    624 Newark Ave

    Elizabeth, NJ 07208

    (908) 353-3626

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    Dr. Luis Benalcazar's Practice 2

    204 Fayette St

    Perth Amboy, NJ 08861

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    Dr. Luis Benalcazar's Practice 3

    310 Morris Ave Ste 301

    Elizabeth, NJ 07208

    (908) 353-3626

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

    Dr. Benalcazar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801878269.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benalcazar?

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

    What is Dr. Luis Benalcazar's specialty?

    Dr. Benalcazar is a Internist near Elizabeth, NJ.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Benalcazar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Luis Benalcazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benalcazar is affiliated with Overlook Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Luis Benalcazar accepting new patients in Elizabeth, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Luis Benalcazar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Luis Benalcazar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benalcazar's office at (908) 353-3626 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Luis Benalcazar?

    Please contact Dr. Benalcazar's office at (908) 353-3626 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Benalcazar have?

    Dr. Luis Benalcazar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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