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Dr. Andrew Benintende, MD

Surgeon, Transplant Surgeon

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benintende, Surgeon in New York, NY?

    Dr. Andrew Benintende, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Benintende is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benintende’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benintende’s office at (212) 305-3038.

    What languages does Dr. Benintende speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Benintende typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Benintende 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. Benintende. 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:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Benintende typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Benintende performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Benintende. 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:

    • Kidney Transplant (without removing old kidney)
    • Renal Allotransplantation
    • Kidney Graft Implantation
    • New Kidney Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 50360: Renal allotransplantation, implantation of graft; without recipient nephrectomy

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Does Dr. Benintende accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benintende accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-3038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benintende accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Benintende in New York, NY 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)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benintende's office located?

    Dr. Andrew Benintende's Primary Practice

    622 W 168th St

    New York, NY 10032

    (212) 305-3038

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    Dr. Andrew Benintende's Practice 2

    177 Fort Washington Ave # 7GS-313

    New York, NY 10032

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

    Dr. Benintende's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629502133.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benintende?

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

    What is Dr. Andrew Benintende's specialty?

    Dr. Benintende is a Surgeon near New York, NY.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Andrew Benintende affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benintende is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Hunterdon Medical Center, Suny Downstate Medical Center (university Hospital Of Brooklyn) 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

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    Is Dr. Andrew Benintende accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Andrew Benintende is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Andrew Benintende offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benintende's office at (212) 305-3038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Andrew Benintende?

    Please contact Dr. Benintende's office at (212) 305-3038 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benintende's office located?

    Dr. Benintende's office is located in New York, NY.