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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benjamin, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. John Benjamin, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. He is board certified. Dr. Benjamin graduated from Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College. Dr. Benjamin is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benjamin’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benjamin’s office at (650) 497-8000.
Where did Dr. Benjamin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Lokmanya Tilak Municipal Medical College
Is Dr. Benjamin board certified as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. John Benjamin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Benjamin speak?
Dr. Benjamin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benjamin typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benjamin 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. Benjamin. 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:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Other Feeding Difficulties
- Atypical Feeding Problems
- Unusual Eating Issues
- Specific Feeding Challenges
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6339: Other feeding difficulties
Also known as:
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- TOF
- Blue Baby Syndrome
- Complex Heart Defect
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benjamin typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. John Benjamin may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benjamin accept my insurance?
Dr. Benjamin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 497-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benjamin accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Benjamin in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
California Water Service Group
Contra Costa
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Benjamin's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Benjamin affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Benjamin has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA
Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA
Springhill Medical Center,Mobile, AL
Springhill Medical Center,Mobile, AL
What is Dr. Benjamin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benjamin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679607980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benjamin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benjamin
What is Dr. John Benjamin's specialty?
Dr. Benjamin is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is Dr. John Benjamin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. John Benjamin accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Benjamin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Benjamin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office at (650) 497-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Benjamin?
Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office at (650) 497-8000 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Benjamin's office located?
Dr. Benjamin's office is located in Palo Alto, CA.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Benjamin have?
Dr. John Benjamin is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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