19 Years of Experience
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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. 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 and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benalcazar’s office.
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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Benalcazar typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Benalcazar typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Benalcazar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Benalcazar accept my insurance?
Dr. Benalcazar 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. 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
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benalcazar's office located?
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.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Luis Benalcazar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benalcazar is affiliated with Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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 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 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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