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Dr. Justin Bennet, MD, PHD

Dr. Justin Bennet, MD, PHD

Santa Cruz, CA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bennet, Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Justin Bennet, MD, PHD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Bennet graduated from University of Wales in Great Britain and completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine. Dr. Bennet is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bennet’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bennet’s office at (831) 713-5050.

    Where did Dr. Bennet go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Gastroenterology; Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Internal Medicine | University of Michigan Program

    • Medical School: University of Ks Sch of Med, Kansas City Ks | University of Wales in Great Britain

    Is Dr. Bennet board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Justin Bennet, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bennet speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Bennet treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Bennet 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. Bennet. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K921: Melena
    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Gastritis
    • Inflamed stomach lining
    • Stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Terminal Ileitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Chronic Colitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Non-cancerous Rectum Growth
    • Benign Tumor
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Benign rectal tumor
    • Rectal neoplasm
    • Non-malignant rectal mass

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D128: Benign neoplasm of rectum

    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

    Does Dr. Bennet accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bennet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 713-5050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bennet accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Bennet in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bennet's office located?

    Dr. Justin Bennet's Primary Practice

    1505 Soquel Dr Ste 112

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    (831) 713-5050

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

    Dr. Bennet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134299308.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bennet?

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

    What is Dr. Justin Bennet's specialty?

    Dr. Bennet is a Gastroenterologist near Santa Cruz, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Bennet to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Justin Bennet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bennet is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Gastroenterologist with 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 Justin Bennet accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Justin Bennet is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Justin Bennet offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bennet's office at (831) 713-5050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Justin Bennet?

    Please contact Dr. Bennet's office at (831) 713-5050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Justin Bennet have?

    Dr. Justin Bennet is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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