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Who is Dr. Dorton, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Boston, MA?
Dr. Benjamin Dorton, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dorton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dorton’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dorton’s office.
What languages does Dr. Dorton speak?
Dr. Dorton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dorton treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), Dr. Dorton 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. Dorton. 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:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Vaginal Disorder
- Vaginal Disease
- Non-inflammatory Vaginal Conditions
- Specific Vaginal Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N898: Other specified noninflammatory disorders of vagina
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
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:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
- Mid-pregnancy care
- Second trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in mid-pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3402: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, second trimester
Also known as:
- Pelvic and Perineal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Perineum pain
- Pelvic floor pain
- Pain in groin area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R102: Pelvic and perineal pain
Also known as:
- General High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Specialized Obstetric Monitoring
- Maternal-Fetal Medicine Consult
- Pregnancy Management for Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- O0993: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, third trimester
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Abnormal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
- Women's checkup with issues
- Pelvic exam, abnormal results
- OB/GYN visit with concerns
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
- Z01411: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
- Unspecified High-Risk Pregnancy Supervision
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
- Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
- Geriatric multigravida care
- Older mom with previous pregnancies
- General high-risk pregnancy monitoring
- Managing unspecified high-risk pregnancy
- High-risk pregnancy care (general)
- Monitoring for unknown pregnancy risks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
- O0992: Supervision of high risk pregnancy, unspecified, second trimester
Also known as:
- Acute Vaginal Inflammation
- Vaginitis
- Acute Vaginitis
- Sudden Vaginal Infection
- Vaginal Irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- N760: Acute vaginitis
Also known as:
- Secondary Amenorrhea
- Menstruation
- Absent Periods (Secondary)
- Stopped Periods
- No Periods After Starting
ICD-10 Codes:
- N911: Secondary amenorrhea
Also known as:
- History of Uterine Scar
- Uterine Scarring
- Previous Uterine Surgery
- C-section Scar
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98891: History of uterine scar from previous surgery
Also known as:
- 39 Weeks Pregnant
- Pregnancy
- Full term pregnancy
- Week 39 of gestation
- Due date approaching
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3A39: 39 weeks gestation of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Miscarriage
- Spontaneous abortion
- Early pregnancy loss
- Fetal loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- O039: Complete or unspecified spontaneous abortion without complication
Also known as:
- Other Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Which procedures does Dr. Dorton perform as a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by an Dr. Benjamin Dorton may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dorton's office.
Does Dr. Dorton accept my insurance?
Dr. Dorton 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. Dorton accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Dorton in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dorton's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Dorton's Practice 3
8050 W Judge Perez Dr
Chalmette, LA 70043
(504) 703-9078
What is Dr. Dorton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dorton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073812566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dorton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dorton
What is Dr. Benjamin Dorton's specialty?
Dr. Dorton is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Boston, MA. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Dorton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Dorton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dorton is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is Benjamin Dorton accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Dorton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Dorton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dorton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Dorton?
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