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Dr. Benjamin Salter, DO

Anesthesiologist

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salter, Anesthesiologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Benjamin Salter, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Salter graduated from Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Salter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salter’s office at (800) 627-4470.

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

    • Medical School: Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Salter board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Salter, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Salter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Salter typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Salter 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. Salter. 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Disease of Multiple Heart Valves
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Polyvalvular Disease
    • Rheumatic Fever Affecting All Heart Valves

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I083: Combined rheumatic disorders of mitral, aortic and tricuspid valves

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Salter typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Salter performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Salter. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Salter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 627-4470 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salter accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Salter in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Salter's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Salter's Primary Practice

    1176 5th Ave

    New York, NY 10029

    (800) 627-4470

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    Dr. Benjamin Salter's Practice 2

    5 E 98th St

    New York, NY 10029

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

    Dr. Salter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245489533.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salter?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Salter's specialty?

    Dr. Salter is an Anesthesiologist near New York, NY.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Salter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salter is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Benjamin Salter accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Salter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Salter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salter's office at (800) 627-4470 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Salter?

    Please contact Dr. Salter's office at (800) 627-4470 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salter's office located?

    Dr. Salter's office is located in New York, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Salter have?

    Dr. Benjamin Salter is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.