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Dr. Benjamin Starnes, MD
Seattle, WA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Starnes, Pediatrician in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Benjamin Starnes, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Starnes graduated from Mercer University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Tulane University School Of Med. Dr. Starnes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Starnes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Starnes’s office at (206) 861-8500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Starnes?
Dr. Benjamin Starnes, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Starnes empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Acne, ADD/ADHD, Adolescent Medicine, Asthma, LGBTQ+ Health, Newborn Care, Otitis Media, Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Starnes is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Starnes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Army Med Coll, Quaid-e-Azam Univ, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Residency: Tulane University School Of Med | Army Med Coll, Quaid-e-Azam Univ, Rawalpindi, Pakistan
Medical School: Mercer University School of Medicine | Mercer University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Starnes board certified as a Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Starnes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery since 2004
What languages does Dr. Starnes speak?
Dr. Starnes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Starnes typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Starnes 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. Starnes. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Celiac Artery Compression Syndrome
- Median Arcuate Ligament Syndrome
- MALS
- Celiac Artery Entrapment
ICD-10 Codes:
- I774: Celiac artery compression syndrome
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Predominantly Hyperactive-Impulsive Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Hyperactive ADHD
- Impulsive ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F901: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly hyperactive type
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Starnes typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Starnes may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Starnes' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Starnes accept my insurance?
Dr. Starnes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 861-8500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Starnes accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Starnes in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Starnes' office located?
What is Dr. Starnes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Starnes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548345283.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Starnes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Starnes
What is Dr. Benjamin Starnes's specialty?
Dr. Starnes is a Pediatrician near Seattle, WA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Starnes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Starnes is affiliated with Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Starnes accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Starnes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Starnes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Starnes's office at (206) 861-8500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Starnes?
Please contact Dr. Starnes's office at (206) 861-8500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Starnes have?
Dr. Benjamin Starnes is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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