AB
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benjamin, Infectious Disease Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Alex Benjamin, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Benjamin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benjamin’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benjamin’s office.
Where did Dr. Benjamin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Is Dr. Benjamin board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alex Benjamin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
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 Infectious Disease 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Methicillin-Susceptible Staph Aureus Infection
- MRSA Infection
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Antibiotic Resistance
- MRSA
- MSSA Infection
- Sensitive Staph Infection
- Non-MRSA Staph
- Methicillin-Resistant Staph Infection
- Drug-Resistant Staph
- Superbug infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B9561: Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
- B9562: Methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus infection as the cause of diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Long-Term Antibiotic Use
- Antibiotics
- Chronic antibiotic therapy
- Ongoing antibiotic treatment
- Extended antibiotic use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z792: Long term (current) use of antibiotics
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
Which procedures does Dr. Benjamin perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Alex Benjamin may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
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 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benjamin accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Benjamin in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Capital BlueCross
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Benjamin's office located?
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 1538329792.
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. Alex Benjamin's specialty?
Dr. Benjamin is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Allentown, PA.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Benjamin to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Alex Benjamin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
Explore Infectious Disease Specialist 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 Alex Benjamin accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alex Benjamin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Benjamin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Benjamin?
Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alex Benjamin have?
Dr. Alex Benjamin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Infectious Disease Specialist Near Allentown, PA
TS
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Trevor Scheckelhoff, DO is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA. He is board certified.
Allentown, PA
DV
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Deepti Verma, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Allentown, PA
JN
Infectious Disease Specialist
Accepting patientsDr. Jaan Naktin, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Allentown, PA