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Who is Dr. Dexter, Pediatrician in Mankato, MN?
Dr. Benjamin Dexter, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Mankato, MN. Dr. Dexter graduated from Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. Dr. Dexter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dexter’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dexter’s office at (507) 625-1811.
Where did Dr. Dexter go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas
What languages does Dr. Dexter speak?
Dr. Dexter and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dexter typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dexter 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. Dexter. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Vision Screening
- Hearing Screening
- Eye and Ear Check-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders
Also known as:
- Developmental Delay Screening
- Health Screening
- Child Development Check
- Developmental Milestones Screening
- Early Intervention Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1340: Encounter for screening for unspecified developmental delays
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Dexter typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Dexter 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. Dexter. 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:
- Circumcision with Local Anesthesia
- Newborn Circumcision
- Infant Circumcision
- Foreskin Removal (Clamp Method)
CPT Codes:
- 54150: Circumcision, using clamp or other device with regional dorsal penile or ring block
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Does Dr. Dexter accept my insurance?
Dr. Dexter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 625-1811 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dexter accept in Mankato, MN?
Dr. Dexter in Mankato, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Minnesota
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dexter's office located?
What is Dr. Dexter's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dexter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982016176.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dexter?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dexter
What is Dr. Benjamin Dexter's specialty?
Dr. Dexter is a Pediatrician near Mankato, MN.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Dexter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dexter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Avera Marshall Regional Medical Center, Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Dexter accepting new patients in Mankato, MN?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Dexter is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Dexter offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dexter's office at (507) 625-1811 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Dexter?
Please contact Dr. Dexter's office at (507) 625-1811 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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