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Dr. Gretter Benitez, MD

North Miami Beach, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benitez, Internist in North Miami Beach, FL?

    Dr. Gretter Benitez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in North Miami Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Benitez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benitez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benitez’s office at (305) 651-1100.

    What languages does Dr. Benitez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Benitez typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Benitez 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. Benitez. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Benitez typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gretter Benitez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Benitez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benitez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 651-1100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benitez accept in North Miami Beach, FL?

    Dr. Benitez in North Miami Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Benitez's office located?

    Dr. Gretter Benitez's Primary Practice

    160 NW 170th St

    North Miami Beach, FL 33169

    (305) 651-1100

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    Dr. Gretter Benitez's Practice 2

    1600 S Andrews Ave

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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    Dr. Gretter Benitez's Practice 3

    3501 Johnson St

    Hollywood, FL 33021

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

    Dr. Benitez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861012411.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benitez?

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

    What is Dr. Gretter Benitez's specialty?

    Dr. Benitez is a Internist near North Miami Beach, FL.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Gretter Benitez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benitez is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar, Memorial Regional Hospital, Uh Parma 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Gretter Benitez accepting new patients in North Miami Beach, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gretter Benitez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gretter Benitez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benitez's office at (305) 651-1100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gretter Benitez?

    Please contact Dr. Benitez's office at (305) 651-1100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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