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Dr. Benjamin Getter, DO

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Getter, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Benjamin Getter, DO is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Getter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Getter’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Getter’s office at 1073105052.

    What languages does Dr. Getter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Getter typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Getter 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. Getter. 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:

    • Age-Related Brain Degeneration
    • Dementia
    • Senile Dementia
    • Brain Degeneration in Elderly

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease
    • Sporadic Alzheimer's
    • Alzheimer's in Older Adults

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
    • G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset

    Also known as:

    • Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Protein-energy malnutrition
    • General malnutrition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E46: Unspecified protein-calorie malnutrition

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Getter typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Getter may include:

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

    Does Dr. Getter accept my insurance?

    Dr. Getter accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at 1073105052 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Getter accept in San Antonio, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Premera Blue Cross

    • State of Washington

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Getter's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Getter's Primary Practice

    4242 E Piedras Dr Ste 200

    San Antonio, TX 78228

    1073105052

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    Dr. Benjamin Getter's Practice 2

    1717 N Interstate 35 Ste 130

    Round Rock, TX 78664

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    Dr. Benjamin Getter's Practice 3

    84 NE Loop 410 Ste 390

    San Antonio, TX 78216

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

    Dr. Getter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124255773.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Getter?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Getter's specialty?

    Dr. Getter is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

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

    Yes, Dr. Getter is affiliated with Ohiohealth Marion General Hospital, Ohiohealth Berger Hospital, Ohiohealth Mansfield Hospital, Ohiohealth Grant Medical Center, Swedish First Hill Campus, Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist Hospital 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 a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. 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 Getter accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Getter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Getter's office at 1073105052 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Getter's office at 1073105052 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Getter's office located?

    Dr. Getter's offices are located in San Antonio, TX and Round Rock, TX.