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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benns, Internist in Annapolis, MD?
Dr. Erika Benns, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Annapolis, MD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Benns completed her residency at Atlanta Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benns is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benns’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benns’s office at (301) 618-5578.
Where did Dr. Benns go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Atlanta Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Allegheny Univ Of Hlth Sciences- Philadelphia Pa
Is Dr. Benns board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Erika Benns, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benns speak?
Dr. Benns and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Benns typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Benns 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. Benns. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
Also known as:
- Cystostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Bladder Stoma Care
- Urinary Diversion Care
- Suprapubic Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Benns typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Erika Benns may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Benns' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benns accept my insurance?
Dr. Benns accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 618-5578 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benns accept in Annapolis, MD?
Dr. Benns in Annapolis, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Johns Hopkins Health System
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benns' office located?
Dr. Erika Benns' Primary Practice
139 Old Solomons Island Rd
Annapolis, MD 21401
(301) 618-5578
What is Dr. Benns's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benns's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417018789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benns?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benns
What is Dr. Erika Benns's specialty?
Dr. Benns is a Internist near Annapolis, MD.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Erika Benns affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benns is affiliated with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Erika Benns accepting new patients in Annapolis, MD?
Yes, Dr. Erika Benns is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Erika Benns offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benns's office at (301) 618-5578 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Erika Benns?
Please contact Dr. Benns's office at (301) 618-5578 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Erika Benns have?
Dr. Erika Benns is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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