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Dr. Benjamin Clapp, MD

El Paso, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clapp, Surgeon in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Benjamin Clapp, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in El Paso, TX with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Clapp is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clapp’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clapp’s office at (915) 351-6020.

    Is Dr. Clapp board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Clapp, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Clapp speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Clapp treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Clapp 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. Clapp. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Severe Obesity with Breathing Problems
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity and Lung Issues
    • Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
    • Pickwickian Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E662: Morbid (severe) obesity with alveolar hypoventilation

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Bariatric Surgery Status
    • Weight Loss Surgery
    • Weight-loss (Metabolic & Bariatric) Surgery
    • Weight Loss Surgery History
    • Gastric Bypass Status
    • Sleeve Gastrectomy Status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9884: Bariatric surgery status

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does Dr. Clapp perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Clapp 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. Clapp. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal with X-ray
    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy with Cholangiography
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Removal
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47563: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy with cholangiography
    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Incarcerated Hernia Repair
    • Strangulated Hernia Surgery
    • Ventral Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 49594: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, incarcerated or strangulated

    Does Dr. Clapp accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clapp accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (915) 351-6020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clapp accept in El Paso, TX?

    Dr. Clapp in El Paso, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Clapp's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Clapp's Primary Practice

    125 W Hague Rd Ste 360

    El Paso, TX 79902

    (915) 351-6020

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    Dr. Benjamin Clapp's Practice 2

    1700 N Mesa St

    El Paso, TX 79902

    (915) 351-6020

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

    Dr. Clapp's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700804275.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clapp?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Clapp's specialty?

    Dr. Clapp is a Surgeon near El Paso, TX. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Clapp to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Clapp is affiliated with The Hospitals of Providence - Memorial Campus, The Hospitals of Providence - Sierra Campus, CHRISTUS Health 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 Clapp accepting new patients in El Paso, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Clapp offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clapp's office at (915) 351-6020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Clapp?

    Please contact Dr. Clapp's office at (915) 351-6020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Clapp have?

    Dr. Benjamin Clapp is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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