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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Costello, Internist in Covington, KY?
Dr. Benjamin Costello, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Covington, KY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Costello graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine. Dr. Costello is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costello’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costello’s office at (859) 282-4480.
Where did Dr. Costello go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Costello board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Costello, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Costello speak?
Dr. Costello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Costello treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Costello 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. Costello. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mental Disorder
- Psychological disorders
- Emotional problems
- Behavioral health issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F489: Nonpsychotic mental disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Digestive System Disease
- Digestive Disease
- Gastrointestinal Disorder
- Stomach and Bowel Problems
- GI Illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- K929: Disease of digestive system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Costello perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Benjamin Costello may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Costello's office.
Does Dr. Costello accept my insurance?
Dr. Costello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 282-4480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Costello accept in Covington, KY?
Dr. Costello in Covington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Custom Design Benefits
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Costello's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Costello's Primary Practice
1500 James Simpson Jr Way
Covington, KY 41011
(859) 282-4480
What is Dr. Costello's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Costello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841452299.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costello?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Costello
What is Dr. Benjamin Costello's specialty?
Dr. Costello is a Internist near Covington, KY.
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. Costello to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Benjamin Costello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Costello is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Edgewood Hospital 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?
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Is Benjamin Costello accepting new patients in Covington, KY?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Costello is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Costello offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Costello's office at (859) 282-4480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Costello?
Please contact Dr. Costello's office at (859) 282-4480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Costello have?
Dr. Benjamin Costello is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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