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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chidester, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Benjamin Chidester, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chidester graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School and completed his residency at SENTARA NORFOLK GENERAL HOSPITAL. Dr. Chidester is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chidester’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chidester’s office at (757) 388-3000.
Where did Dr. Chidester go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: SENTARA NORFOLK GENERAL HOSPITAL
Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School
What languages does Dr. Chidester speak?
Dr. Chidester and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chidester typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chidester 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. Chidester. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chidester typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Chidester 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. Chidester's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chidester accept my insurance?
Dr. Chidester accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 388-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chidester accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Chidester in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chidester's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Chidester's Primary Practice
830 Kempsville Rd
Norfolk, VA 23502
(757) 388-3000
What is Dr. Chidester's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chidester's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053608703.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chidester?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chidester
What is Dr. Benjamin Chidester's specialty?
Dr. Chidester is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Norfolk, VA.
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 this Dr. Benjamin Chidester affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chidester is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Careplex 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Chidester accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Chidester is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Chidester offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chidester's office at (757) 388-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Chidester?
Please contact Dr. Chidester's office at (757) 388-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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