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Who is Dr. Benedict, Rheumatologist in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Carol Deane Benedict, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Benedict graduated from Mechanical Engineering. Dr. Benedict is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benedict’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benedict’s office at (202) 444-6200.
Where did Dr. Benedict go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Mechanical Engineering
What languages does Dr. Benedict speak?
Dr. Benedict and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Benedict treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Benedict 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. Benedict. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa
- Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS)
- Acne Inversa', 'Verneuil's Disease
- HS Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L732: Hidradenitis suppurativa
Also known as:
- Skin Condition
- Skin Graft Problems
- Allograft Complications
- Autograft Complications
ICD-10 Codes:
- T86828: Other complications of skin graft (allograft) (autograft)
Also known as:
- Pyoderma Gangrenosum
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Inflammatory Skin Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- L88: Pyoderma gangrenosum
Also known as:
- Skin Problems from Radiation
- Radiation Exposure
- Skin Condition
- Radiation dermatitis
- Radiation skin reaction
- Radiation-induced skin changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation
Also known as:
- Radiation-Induced Bladder Inflammation with Blood in Urine
- Bladder Disease
- Radiation Therapy
- Urine and Urination
- Urinary and Bladder Problems
- Radiation Cystitis with Blood
- Bloody Urine from Radiation Therapy
- Post-Radiation Bladder Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3041: Irradiation cystitis with hematuria
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Granulomatosis with polyangiitis (GPA) without kidney problems
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Granulomatosis with Polyangiitis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
- Wegener's without kidney involvement
- Non-renal GPA
- Localized GPA
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
- M3130: Wegener's granulomatosis without renal involvement
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Right Leg
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Left Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore on Leg
- Skin Wound on Leg
- Non-healing Wound
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Left Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97912: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
- L97922: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of left lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Overlap Syndrome
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Mixed Connective Tissue Disease
- Overlap Syndrome
- Undifferentiated Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M351: Other overlap syndromes
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout in multiple joints
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Metabolic Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A09X0: Idiopathic chronic gout, multiple sites, without tophus (tophi)
Which procedures does Dr. Benedict perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Carol Deane Benedict may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benedict's office.
Does Dr. Benedict accept my insurance?
Dr. Benedict accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benedict accept in Bethesda, MD?
Dr. Benedict in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Benedict's office located?
Dr. Carol Deane Benedict's Primary Practice
6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600
Bethesda, MD 20817
(202) 444-6200
Dr. Carol Deane Benedict's Practice 2
3800 Reservoir Rd NW Ste 3004 Fl 3
Washington, DC 20007
What is Dr. Benedict's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benedict's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356575864.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benedict?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benedict
What is Dr. Carol Deane Benedict's specialty?
Dr. Benedict is a Rheumatologist near Bethesda, MD. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Benedict to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Carol Deane Benedict affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benedict is affiliated with MedStar Washington Hospital Center 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
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Is Carol Deane Benedict accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?
Yes, Dr. Carol Deane Benedict is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carol Deane Benedict offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benedict's office at (202) 444-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carol Deane Benedict?
Please contact Dr. Benedict's office at (202) 444-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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