Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benias, Gastroenterologist in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Petros Benias, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Benias graduated from Albert Einstein College of Medicine and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Beth Israel. Dr. Benias is fluent in English and Greek, Modern (1453-), and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benias’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benias’s office at (516) 387-3990.
Where did Dr. Benias go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mount Sinai Beth Israel | Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Residency: Mount Sinai Beth Israel
Medical School: Albert Einstein College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benias speak?
Dr. Benias and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Benias typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Benias 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. Benias. 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:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Achalasia
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Achalasia
- Cardia Achalasia
- Difficulty Swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- K220: Achalasia of cardia
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Benias typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Benias 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. Benias. 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:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
- EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
- Esophageal ultrasound
- Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
- Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- Ultrasound
- EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
- Transoral EUS-FNA
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)
Also known as:
- ERCP with Gallstone Removal
- ERCP
- Endoscopic Gallstone Removal
- Biliary Duct Stone Removal
- Pancreatic Duct Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 43264: Endoscopic retrograde cholangiopancreatography (ERCP); with removal of calculi/debris from biliary/pancreatic duct(s)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy for Foreign Body Removal
- EGD for Foreign Body
- Gastroscopy for Object Removal
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy for Foreign Body
CPT Codes:
- 43247: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with removal of foreign body(s)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Mucosal Resection
- EGD with Mucosal Resection
- Endoscopic Removal of Esophageal Lesion
- Flexible Endoscopy with Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 43254: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic mucosal resection
Does Dr. Benias accept my insurance?
Dr. Benias accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (516) 387-3990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benias accept in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Benias in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Benias' office located?
Dr. Petros Benias' Primary Practice
1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(516) 387-3990
What is Dr. Benias's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benias's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649429077.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benias?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benias
What is Dr. Petros Benias's specialty?
Dr. Benias is a Gastroenterologist near New Brunswick, NJ.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Petros Benias affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benias is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Community Medical Center - Toms River 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 Petros Benias accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Petros Benias is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Petros Benias offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benias's office at (516) 387-3990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Petros Benias?
Please contact Dr. Benias's office at (516) 387-3990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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