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Dr. John Benson, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pasadena, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pasadena, TX?

    Dr. John Benson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pasadena, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Benson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benson’s office at (281) 344-5000.

    What languages does Dr. Benson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benson 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. Benson. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Strain of Lower Back Muscles, Fascia, and Tendons
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled lower back muscle
    • Lumbar muscle strain
    • Back tendon strain
    • Lower back soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S39012A: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon of lower back, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Benson may include:

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Benson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 344-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benson accept in Pasadena, TX?

    Dr. Benson in Pasadena, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Regency ISNP Holdings

    • State of Texas

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benson's office located?

    Dr. John Benson's Primary Practice

    4500 E Sam Houston Pkwy S

    Pasadena, TX 77505

    (281) 344-5000

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    Dr. John Benson's Practice 2

    4401 Garth Rd

    Baytown, TX 77521

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    Dr. John Benson's Practice 3

    137 N Lhs Dr

    Lumberton, TX 77657

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    What hospitals are Dr. Benson affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Benson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    East Houston Hospital & Clinics,Houston, TX
    Matagorda Regional Medical Center,Bay City, TX
    El Campo Memorial Hospital,El Campo, TX

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

    Dr. Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740474337.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benson?

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

    What is Dr. John Benson's specialty?

    Dr. Benson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pasadena, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. John Benson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benson is affiliated with Oakbend Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, Detar Hospital Navarro 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. John Benson accepting new patients in Pasadena, TX?

    Yes, Dr. John Benson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Benson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (281) 344-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Benson?

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (281) 344-5000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benson's office located?

    Dr. Benson's offices are located in Pasadena, TX, Baytown, TX, and Lumberton, TX.