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Dr. Samuel Benjamin, MD

Compton, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benjamin, Family Medicine Specialist in Compton, CA?

    Dr. Samuel Benjamin, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Compton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Benjamin completed his residency at Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pediatrics. Dr. Benjamin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benjamin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benjamin’s office at (310) 627-5850.

    Where did Dr. Benjamin go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Benjamin speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Benjamin treat?

    As a Family 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.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Overweight
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • High BMI (Overweight)
    • Pre-Obesity
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
    • E663: Overweight
    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
    • Special Medical Visits
    • Unusual Doctor Appointments
    • Healthcare for Unique Situations

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
    • Health Screening
    • STD screening
    • Sexual health check
    • Venereal disease test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Disc Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Intervertebral Disc Disease
    • Back Disc Problems
    • Spinal Disc Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M519: Unspecified thoracic, thoracolumbar and lumbosacral intervertebral disc disorder

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    What procedures does Dr. Benjamin perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benjamin 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. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Electroacupuncture
    • Acupuncture Session (Initial)
    • Acupuncture Treatment
    • Acupuncture
    • Acupuncture with Electrical Stimulation
    • E-Stim Acupuncture
    • Needle Therapy with Electricity
    • Electrical Acupuncture Therapy
    • Acupuncture for Pain
    • Needle Therapy
    • Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Acupuncture
    • Traditional Chinese Medicine Needling
    • Acupuncture Session

    CPT Codes:

    • 97813: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
    • 97814: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; With Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)
    • 97810: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Initial 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient
    • 97811: Acupuncture, 1 Or More Needles; Without Electrical Stimulation, Each Additional 15 Minutes Of Personal One-On-One Contact With The Patient, With Insertion Of Needle(S) (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Does Dr. Benjamin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benjamin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 627-5850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benjamin accept in Compton, CA?

    Dr. Benjamin in Compton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • GlobalHealth

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred Health Plan

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • Weyco

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    Where is Dr. Benjamin's office located?

    Dr. Samuel Benjamin's Primary Practice

    121 S Long Beach Blvd

    Compton, CA 90221

    (310) 627-5850

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    Dr. Samuel Benjamin's Practice 2

    4525 E Atherton St

    Long Beach, CA 90815

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    Dr. Samuel Benjamin's Practice 3

    4800 E Los Coyotes Diagonal

    Long Beach, CA 90815

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    What is Dr. Benjamin's NPI number?An 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 1063625424.

    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. Samuel Benjamin's specialty?

    Dr. Benjamin is a Family Medicine Specialist near Compton, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Benjamin to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Samuel Benjamin accepting new patients in Compton, CA?

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

    Does Dr. Samuel Benjamin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office at (310) 627-5850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samuel Benjamin?

    Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office at (310) 627-5850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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