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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benedict, Pediatric Nephrologist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kelly Benedict, MD is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Benedict is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benedict’s office.
What languages does Dr. Benedict speak?
Dr. Benedict and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Benedict typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Benedict 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. Benedict. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Elevated Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Reading
- Prehypertension
- Borderline High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Rejection
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal Transplant Rejection
- Kidney Graft Rejection
- Transplant Organ Rejection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8611: Kidney transplant rejection
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Benedict typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kelly Benedict may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Benedict's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benedict accept my insurance?
Dr. Benedict 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. Benedict accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Benedict in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Mercy Care
State of Arizona
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benedict's office located?
What is Dr. Benedict's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benedict's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144429747.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benedict?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benedict
What is Dr. Kelly Benedict's specialty?
Dr. Benedict is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Phoenix, AZ.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Kelly Benedict affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benedict is affiliated with Banner Desert 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
When to see a Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kelly Benedict accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Kelly Benedict is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kelly Benedict offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benedict's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kelly Benedict?
Please contact Dr. Benedict's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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