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Dr. Branden Benningfield, MD

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benningfield, Psychiatrist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Branden Benningfield, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Benningfield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benningfield’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benningfield’s office at (205) 934-4107.

    What languages does Dr. Benningfield speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Benningfield typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Benningfield 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. Benningfield. 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:

    • Paranoid Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia
    • Schizophrenia with Paranoia
    • Paranoid Psychosis
    • Delusional Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Schizoaffective Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features
    • Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
    • Affective psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
    • F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified

    Does Dr. Benningfield accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benningfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benningfield accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Benningfield in Birmingham, AL 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 Alabama

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • New Directions Behavioral Health

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Benningfield's office located?

    Dr. Branden Benningfield's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 934-4107

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    Dr. Branden Benningfield's Practice 2

    1713 6th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35294

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    What hospitals are Dr. Benningfield affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Benningfield has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Benningfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518429794.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benningfield?

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

    What is Dr. Branden Benningfield's specialty?

    Dr. Benningfield is a Psychiatrist near Birmingham, AL.

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Is Dr. Branden Benningfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benningfield is affiliated with Uab 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

    When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. 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. Branden Benningfield accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Branden Benningfield is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Branden Benningfield offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benningfield's office at (205) 934-4107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Branden Benningfield?

    Please contact Dr. Benningfield's office at (205) 934-4107 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benningfield's office located?

    Dr. Benningfield's office is located in Birmingham, AL.