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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Nicholas Benson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Benson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benson’s office at (215) 662-6305.
What languages does Dr. Benson speak?
Dr. Benson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benson typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benson 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. Benson. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benson typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Benson 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. Benson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benson accept my insurance?
Dr. Benson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-6305 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benson accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Benson in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Benson's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Benson's Primary Practice
3400 Spruce St
Philadelphia, PA 19104
(215) 662-6305
What hospitals are Dr. Benson affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Benson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PARanked in 2 Procedures
Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Thomas Jefferson University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked in 9 Procedures
Temple University Hospital,Philadelphia, PARanked Mastectomy
Temple University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Ranked Mastectomy
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital,East Norriton, PA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital,East Norriton, PA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 7 Procedures
Lankenau Medical Center,Wynnewood, PARanked Mastectomy
Lankenau Medical Center,Wynnewood, PA
Ranked Mastectomy
What is Dr. Benson's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871121285.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benson
What is Dr. Nicholas Benson's specialty?
Dr. Benson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Philadelphia, PA.
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 Dr. Nicholas Benson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benson is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Montgomery Hospital, Lankenau 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
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Is Dr. Nicholas Benson accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Benson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Benson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (215) 662-6305 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nicholas Benson?
Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (215) 662-6305 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Benson's office located?
Dr. Benson's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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