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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benesch, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Tara Benesch, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Benesch is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benesch’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benesch’s office at (510) 437-4800.
What languages does Dr. Benesch speak?
Dr. Benesch and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benesch typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benesch 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. Benesch. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benesch typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Tara Benesch may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Benesch's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benesch accept my insurance?
Dr. Benesch accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 437-4800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benesch accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Benesch in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benesch's office located?
Dr. Tara Benesch's Primary Practice
275 W MacArthur Blvd
Oakland, CA 94611
(510) 437-4800
What is Dr. Benesch's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benesch's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487117941.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benesch?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benesch
What is Dr. Tara Benesch's specialty?
Dr. Benesch is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Oakland, CA.
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 this Dr. Tara Benesch affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benesch is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Eden Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Tara Benesch accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tara Benesch is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tara Benesch offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benesch's office at (510) 437-4800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tara Benesch?
Please contact Dr. Benesch's office at (510) 437-4800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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