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Dr. Benjamin Perschau, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Coeur D Alene, ID

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Perschau, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Coeur D Alene, ID?

    Dr. Benjamin Perschau, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Coeur D Alene, ID with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Perschau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perschau’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perschau’s office at (208) 625-4000.

    Is Dr. Perschau board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Perschau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Perschau speak?

    Dr. Perschau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Perschau typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Perschau 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. Perschau. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Perschau typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Perschau may include:

    Please contact Dr. Perschau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Perschau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Perschau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 625-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Perschau accept in Coeur D Alene, ID?

    Dr. Perschau in Coeur D Alene, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Perschau's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Perschau's Primary Practice

    2003 Kootenai Health Way

    Coeur D Alene, ID 83814

    (208) 625-4000

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    Dr. Benjamin Perschau's Practice 2

    301 Cedar St

    Orofino, ID 83544

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    Dr. Benjamin Perschau's Practice 3

    700 S Main St

    Moscow, ID 83843

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    What is Dr. Perschau's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Perschau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215149141.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perschau?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perschau

    What is Dr. Benjamin Perschau's specialty?

    Dr. Perschau is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Coeur D Alene, ID.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Perschau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Perschau is affiliated with Gritman Medical Center, St. Joseph Regional Medical Center 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Benjamin Perschau accepting new patients in Coeur D Alene, ID?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Perschau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benjamin Perschau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Perschau's office at (208) 625-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benjamin Perschau?

    Please contact Dr. Perschau's office at (208) 625-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Perschau's office located?

    Dr. Perschau's offices are located in Coeur D Alene, ID, Orofino, ID, and Moscow, ID.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Perschau have?

    Dr. Benjamin Perschau is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.