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Dr. Laura Benjamins, MD

Adolescent Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benjamins, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Laura Benjamins, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Benjamins graduated from Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Benjamins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benjamins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benjamins’s office at (313) 448-9600.

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

    • Residency: Baylor Coll Of Med, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics

    • Medical School: Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Benjamins board certified as an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Benjamins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Benjamins speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benjamins typically treat?

    As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benjamins 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. Benjamins. 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Negative Pregnancy Test Result
    • Pregnancy Test
    • No pregnancy detected
    • Negative HCG test
    • Not pregnant result

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z3202: Encounter for pregnancy test, result negative

    Also known as:

    • Period Pain
    • Menstrual Cramps
    • Dysmenorrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N946: Dysmenorrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benjamins typically perform?

    As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Benjamins may include:

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

    Does Dr. Benjamins accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benjamins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 448-9600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benjamins accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Benjamins in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Henry Ford Health System

    • McLaren Health Care

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benjamins' office located?

    Dr. Laura Benjamins' Primary Practice

    6410 Fannin St Ste 500

    Houston, TX 77030

    (313) 448-9600

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    What hospitals are Dr. Benjamins affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Benjamins has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Dmc Detroit Receiving Hospital,Detroit, MI

    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Laura Benjamins?

    Dr. Benjamins has appointments available at her Houston, TX office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Benjamins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528272028.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benjamins?

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

    What is Dr. Laura Benjamins's specialty?

    Dr. Benjamins is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    Is Dr. Laura Benjamins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamins is affiliated with Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe 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 an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Adolescent 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. Laura Benjamins accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Laura Benjamins is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Laura Benjamins offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Benjamins, or call (313) 448-9600 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Laura Benjamins?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Benjamins, or call (313) 448-9600 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Benjamins' office located?

    Dr. Benjamins' office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Laura Benjamins have?

    Dr. Laura Benjamins is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.