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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bennett, Pediatrician in Monterey, CA?
Dr. James Bennett, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Monterey, CA. He has been practicing for over 28 years. Dr. Bennett completed his residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Univ Co Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Bennett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bennett’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bennett’s office at (831) 372-5841.
Where did Dr. Bennett go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Univ Co Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: Stanford Univ Sch Of Med- Stanford Ca
What languages does Dr. Bennett speak?
Dr. Bennett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bennett typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bennett 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. Bennett. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health 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:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bennett typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Bennett 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. Bennett. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Tongue Tie Release (Frenotomy)
- Lingual Frenectomy
- Frenotomy
- Tongue-Tie Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 41010: Incision of lingual frenum (frenotomy)
Does Dr. Bennett accept my insurance?
Dr. Bennett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 372-5841 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bennett accept in Monterey, CA?
Dr. Bennett in Monterey, 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
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Coastal
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Santa Cruz County
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bennett's office located?
Dr. James Bennett's Primary Practice
1900 Garden Rd Ste 110
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 372-5841
What hospitals are Dr. Bennett affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bennett has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures

Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA
Lucile Packard Childrens Hospital Stanford,Palo Alto, CA
Salinas Valley Health Medical Center,Salinas, CA
Salinas Valley Health Medical Center,Salinas, CA
What is Dr. Bennett's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bennett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427173061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bennett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bennett
What is Dr. James Bennett's specialty?
Dr. Bennett is a Pediatrician near Monterey, CA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is Dr. James Bennett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bennett is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. James Bennett accepting new patients in Monterey, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Bennett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Bennett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bennett's office at (831) 372-5841 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Bennett?
Please contact Dr. Bennett's office at (831) 372-5841 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Bennett's office located?
Dr. Bennett's office is located in Monterey, CA.
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