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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benperlas, Internist in Pineville, LA?
Dr. Joseph Benperlas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pineville, LA. Dr. Benperlas is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benperlas’s office at 1818934172.
What languages does Dr. Benperlas speak?
Dr. Benperlas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Benperlas typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Benperlas 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. Benperlas. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Benperlas typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Benperlas may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Benperlas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benperlas accept my insurance?
Dr. Benperlas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1818934172 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benperlas accept in Pineville, LA?
Dr. Benperlas in Pineville, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Benperlas' office located?
Dr. Joseph Benperlas' Primary Practice
2495 Shreveport Hwy
Pineville, LA 71360
1818934172
What is Dr. Benperlas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benperlas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942610118.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benperlas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benperlas
What is Dr. Joseph Benperlas's specialty?
Dr. Benperlas is a Internist near Pineville, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Joseph Benperlas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benperlas is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Lake Area Hospital, Christus Central Louisiana Surgical Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Abbeville General Hospital, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center 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 Joseph Benperlas accepting new patients in Pineville, LA?
Yes, Dr. Joseph Benperlas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Joseph Benperlas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benperlas's office at 1818934172 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Joseph Benperlas?
Please contact Dr. Benperlas's office at 1818934172 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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