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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benet, Family Medicine Specialist in Putnam, CT?
Dr. Ruth Benet, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Putnam, CT. Dr. Benet is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benet’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benet’s office at (413) 245-0966.
What languages does Dr. Benet speak?
Dr. Benet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benet typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benet 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. Benet. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benet typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benet 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. Benet. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
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. Benet accept my insurance?
Dr. Benet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 245-0966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benet accept in Putnam, CT?
Dr. Benet in Putnam, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benet's office located?
What is Dr. Benet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851711329.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benet
What is Dr. Ruth Benet's specialty?
Dr. Benet is a Family Medicine Specialist near Putnam, CT.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ruth Benet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benet is affiliated with Day Kimball Hospital, William W. Backus Hospital, Windham Hospital, Umass Memorial Medical Center, Hartford Healthcare Manchester Memorial Hospital, The Miriam 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ruth Benet accepting new patients in Putnam, CT?
Yes, Dr. Ruth Benet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ruth Benet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benet's office at (413) 245-0966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ruth Benet?
Please contact Dr. Benet's office at (413) 245-0966 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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