30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benn, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in Paterson, NJ?
Dr. Howard Benn, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in Paterson, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Benn graduated from Zhongshan Medical University and completed his residency at St Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center Program. Dr. Benn is fluent in English, Chinese, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benn’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benn’s office.
Where did Dr. Benn go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Sun Yat Sen University Of Med Science Guangzhou China | Zhongshan Medical University
Is Dr. Benn board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Howard Benn, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benn speak?
Dr. Benn and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Benn typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Benn 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. Benn. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Iron
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Benn typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Benn 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. Benn. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Declotting of Vascular Access Device
- Catheter declotting
- Thrombolytic therapy for catheter
- Blocked port-a-cath treatment
- Vascular access device unblocking
CPT Codes:
- 36593: Declotting by thrombolytic agent of implanted vascular access device or catheter
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Does Dr. Benn accept my insurance?
Dr. Benn accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benn accept in Paterson, NJ?
Dr. Benn in Paterson, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benn's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
3.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
20% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Diagnosis
60% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Howard Benn a Good overall experience rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Dr. Benn has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Benn, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Benn's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benn's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841364965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benn?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benn
What is Dr. Howard Benn's specialty?
Dr. Benn is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near Paterson, NJ.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Howard Benn affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benn is affiliated with Englewood Hospital, St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, The Valley Hospital, Hackensack University Medical Center 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 Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Howard Benn accepting new patients in Paterson, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Howard Benn is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Howard Benn offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benn's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Howard Benn?
Please contact Dr. Benn's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Howard Benn have?
Dr. Howard Benn is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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