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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benton, Pediatrician in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Lauren Benton, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Benton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benton’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benton’s office at (520) 626-5652.
What languages does Dr. Benton speak?
Dr. Benton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Benton treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Benton 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. Benton. 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:
- Asthma
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Asthma Crisis
- Asthma Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45902: Unspecified asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
- Coughing
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Bronchial Disorder
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Hay Fever
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
- Pollen allergy
- Seasonal allergies
- Allergic rhinitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
- J301: Allergic rhinitis due to pollen
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
Also known as:
- Medical Exam for Other Specific Reasons
- Health Screening
- Specific Reason Medical Check-up
- Observation for Specific Concerns
- Targeted Health Evaluation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0489: Encounter for examination and observation for other specified reasons
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Which procedures does Dr. Benton perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Lauren Benton 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benton's office.
Does Dr. Benton accept my insurance?
Dr. Benton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 626-5652 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benton accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Benton in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Mercy Care Plan
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Benton's office located?
What is Dr. Benton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336597277.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benton
What is Dr. Lauren Benton's specialty?
Dr. Benton is a Pediatrician near Tucson, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Benton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lauren Benton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benton is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?
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Is Lauren Benton accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Lauren Benton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lauren Benton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benton's office at (520) 626-5652 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lauren Benton?
Please contact Dr. Benton's office at (520) 626-5652 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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