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Dr. Christopher Benson, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Lawton, OK

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lawton, OK?

    Dr. Christopher Benson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lawton, OK. 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 (580) 585-5545.

    What languages does Dr. Benson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benson typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, 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:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benson typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Benson may include:

    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 (580) 585-5545 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benson accept in Lawton, OK?

    Dr. Benson in Lawton, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benson's office located?

    Dr. Christopher Benson's Primary Practice

    3401 W Gore Blvd

    Lawton, OK 73505

    (580) 585-5545

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    What is Dr. Benson's NPI number?A 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 1033772728.

    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. Christopher Benson's specialty?

    Dr. Benson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lawton, OK.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Christopher Benson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benson is affiliated with Mercy Hospital - Oklahoma City, Duncan Regional Hospital, Oklahoma Heart Hospital North, Southwestern 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Christopher Benson accepting new patients in Lawton, OK?

    Yes, Dr. Christopher Benson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christopher Benson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (580) 585-5545 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christopher Benson?

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (580) 585-5545 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benson's office located?

    Dr. Benson's office is located in Lawton, OK.