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Dr. Benjamin Silva, MD
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Silva, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Benjamin Silva, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Silva is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silva’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silva’s office at (210) 704-3030.
What languages does Dr. Silva speak?
Dr. Silva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Silva treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Silva 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. Silva. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Which procedures does Dr. Silva perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Silva may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Silva's office.
Does Dr. Silva accept my insurance?
Dr. Silva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 704-3030 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silva accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Silva in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Silva's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Silva's Primary Practice
333 N Santa Rosa
San Antonio, TX 78207
(210) 704-3030
What is Dr. Silva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073967667.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silva
What is Dr. Benjamin Silva's specialty?
Dr. Silva is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Silva to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Silva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Silva is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Texas Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Benjamin Silva accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Silva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Silva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silva's office at (210) 704-3030 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Silva?
Please contact Dr. Silva's office at (210) 704-3030 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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