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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benson, Pediatric Neurologist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Leslie Benson, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA. Dr. Benson graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Massachusetts General Hospital Program. Dr. Benson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benson’s office at (617) 355-8735.
Where did Dr. Benson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital Program
Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benson speak?
Dr. Benson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Benson typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Benson 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. Benson. 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:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- Relapsing-Remitting Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
- RRMS
- Relapsing MS
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
- G35A: Relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- MOG Antibody Disease
- Demyelinating Disease of Central Nervous System
- Degenerative Nerve Disease
- MOGAD
- MOG-Associated Disease
- Myelin Antibody Disorder
- CNS Demyelination
- Nerve Sheath Damage in Brain/Spine
- Myelin Loss Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3781: Myelin oligodendrocyte glycoprotein antibody disease
- G379: Demyelinating disease of central nervous system, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Transverse Myelitis
- Neurologic Disease
- Spinal Cord Disease
- ATM
- Spinal cord inflammation
- Myelitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G373: Acute transverse myelitis in demyelinating disease of central nervous system
Also known as:
- Neuromyelitis Optica
- Autoimmune Disease
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Neuromyelitis optica
- NMO
- Devic's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G360: Neuromyelitis optica [Devic]
Also known as:
- Optic Nerve Inflammation
- Optic Nerve Disorder
- Optic Neuritis
- Swollen Optic Nerve
- Inflamed Optic Nerve
ICD-10 Codes:
- H469: Unspecified optic neuritis
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Benson typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Leslie Benson may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Benson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benson accept my insurance?
Dr. Benson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-8735 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benson accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Benson in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baystate Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Benson's office located?
What is Dr. Benson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194851832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benson
What is Dr. Leslie Benson's specialty?
Dr. Benson is a Pediatric Neurologist near Boston, MA.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Leslie Benson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benson is affiliated with Elliot Hospital, Lowell General Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Leslie Benson accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Leslie Benson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leslie Benson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (617) 355-8735 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leslie Benson?
Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (617) 355-8735 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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