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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bench, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Shawn Bench, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Bench graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Kern Medical Center Program. Dr. Bench is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bench’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bench’s office at (858) 565-0104.
Where did Dr. Bench go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Medical Center Program
Medical School: St. George's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bench speak?
Dr. Bench and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Bench treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Bench 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. Bench. 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.
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Incisional Hernia
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Recurrent Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Obstructed Surgical Incision Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Post-surgical Hernia
- Surgical Incision Hernia
- Scar Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
- Recurrent Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Repeated Groin Hernia
- Recurring Hernia in Groin
- Incisional Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Incision Hernia
- Strangulated Incisional Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
- K4091: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, recurrent
- K430: Incisional hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
- Biliary Calculi
- Gallbladder Stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
- K8080: Other cholelithiasis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Epidermoid Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Skin Lump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L723: Sebaceous cyst
Also known as:
- Bilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Double Groin Hernia
- Hernia in Both Groins
- Non-obstructed Inguinal Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4020: Bilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Piles
- Swollen Veins in Anus
- Anal Lumps
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Lipoma
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor
- Fatty lump
- Benign fatty growth
- Adipose tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D179: Benign lipomatous neoplasm, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bench perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Shawn Bench may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bench's office.
Does Dr. Bench accept my insurance?
Dr. Bench accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 565-0104 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bench accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Bench in San Diego, 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
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Sharp Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bench's office located?
What is Dr. Bench's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bench's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669700753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bench?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bench
What is Dr. Shawn Bench's specialty?
Dr. Bench is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Bench to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shawn Bench affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bench is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Memorial 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
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Is Shawn Bench accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shawn Bench is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shawn Bench offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bench's office at (858) 565-0104 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shawn Bench?
Please contact Dr. Bench's office at (858) 565-0104 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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