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Dr. Kristin Bennie, MD

Pittston, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bennie, Family Medicine Specialist in Pittston, PA?

    Dr. Kristin Bennie, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittston, PA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Bennie is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bennie’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bennie’s office at (570) 808-6672.

    What languages does Dr. Bennie speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Bennie treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bennie 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. Bennie. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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 Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Posture
    • Neuromuscular Disorder
    • Poor Posture
    • Postural Imbalance
    • Stooped Posture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R293: Abnormal posture

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Which procedures does Dr. Bennie perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kristin Bennie may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bennie's office.

    Does Dr. Bennie accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bennie accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-6672 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bennie accept in Pittston, PA?

    Dr. Bennie in Pittston, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

    • UPMC Health Plan

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    Where is Dr. Bennie's office located?

    Dr. Kristin Bennie's Primary Practice

    42 N Main St

    Pittston, PA 18640

    (570) 808-6672

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    Dr. Kristin Bennie's Practice 2

    35 S Mountain Blvd

    Mountain Top, PA 18707

    (570) 474-5978

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

    Dr. Bennie's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861811721.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bennie?

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

    What is Dr. Kristin Bennie's specialty?

    Dr. Bennie is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pittston, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Bennie to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kristin Bennie affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bennie is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Kristin Bennie accepting new patients in Pittston, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Kristin Bennie is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kristin Bennie offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bennie's office at (570) 808-6672 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kristin Bennie?

    Please contact Dr. Bennie's office at (570) 808-6672 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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