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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Scherschligt, Family Medicine Specialist in Waconia, MN?
Dr. Benjamin Scherschligt, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Waconia, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Scherschligt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scherschligt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scherschligt’s office.
What languages does Dr. Scherschligt speak?
Dr. Scherschligt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scherschligt typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scherschligt 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. Scherschligt. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Scherschligt typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Scherschligt 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. Scherschligt. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Small Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Joint Tap
- Bursa Fluid Removal
- Small Joint Injection
- Arthrocentesis
CPT Codes:
- 20600: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, small joint or bursa (eg, fingers, toes); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Scherschligt accept my insurance?
Dr. Scherschligt 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. Scherschligt accept in Waconia, MN?
Dr. Scherschligt in Waconia, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
HealthPartners
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Scherschligt's office located?
What is Dr. Scherschligt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Scherschligt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578875795.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scherschligt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scherschligt
What is Dr. Benjamin Scherschligt's specialty?
Dr. Scherschligt is a Family Medicine Specialist near Waconia, MN.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Scherschligt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Scherschligt is affiliated with Ridgeview Medical Center, M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital, Abbott Northwestern 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 Benjamin Scherschligt accepting new patients in Waconia, MN?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Scherschligt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Scherschligt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Scherschligt's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Scherschligt?
Please contact Dr. Scherschligt's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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