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Dr. Shaida Behnam, MD

Dr. Shaida Behnam, MD

Monterey, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behnam, Family Medicine Specialist in Monterey, CA?

    Dr. Shaida Behnam, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Behnam graduated from Ross University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Valley Health System, Family Medicine. Dr. Behnam is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behnam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behnam’s office at (831) 901-3691.

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

    • Residency: Valley Health System, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: Ross Univ- Sch Of Med & Vet Med- Roseau- Dominica | Ross University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Behnam board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Shaida Behnam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Behnam speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Behnam typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Behnam 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. Behnam. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Cervical Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • HPV and Pap Test Results
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening
    • Pap Test
    • HPV Test
    • Cervical Smear
    • Early Cervical Cancer Detection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Z124: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of cervix

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Behnam typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shaida Behnam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Behnam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 901-3691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Behnam accept in Monterey, CA?

    Dr. Behnam in Monterey, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Behnam's office located?

    Dr. Shaida Behnam's Primary Practice

    1010 Cass St Ste D3

    Monterey, CA 93940

    (831) 901-3691

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

    Dr. Behnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114016169.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behnam?

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

    What is Dr. Shaida Behnam's specialty?

    Dr. Behnam is a Family Medicine Specialist near Monterey, CA.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Shaida Behnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Behnam is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Shaida Behnam accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Shaida Behnam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shaida Behnam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behnam's office at (831) 901-3691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shaida Behnam?

    Please contact Dr. Behnam's office at (831) 901-3691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shaida Behnam have?

    Dr. Shaida Behnam is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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