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Dr. Soroush Behnam, MD

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Behnam, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Soroush Behnam, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Behnam completed his residency at Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine. Dr. Behnam is fluent in English and Persian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Behnam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Behnam’s office at (817) 255-1940.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hi-J A Burns Sch Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Johann-Wolfgang-Goethe-Univ, Med Fak, Frankfurt, Ger

    Is Dr. Behnam board certified in Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Soroush Behnam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Behnam speak?

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

    • English

    • Persian

    What conditions does Dr. Behnam treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Behnam 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. Behnam. 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:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • Acute Bladder Infection
    • Bladder Disease
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection
    • Acute Cystitis
    • Sudden Bladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
    • N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Anemias
    • Anemia
    • Uncommon anemia
    • Rare anemia
    • Specific anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D6489: Other specified anemias

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Generalized Muscle Atrophy
    • Widespread Muscle Loss
    • Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Stroke
    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • TIA
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Lack of Coordination
    • Movement Disorder
    • Clumsiness
    • Ataxia
    • Coordination Problems
    • Unsteady Movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R278: Other lack of coordination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Which procedures does Dr. Behnam perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Soroush Behnam may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Behnam's office.

    Does Dr. Behnam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Behnam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 255-1940 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Behnam accept in Dallas, TX?

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

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Behnam's office located?

    Dr. Soroush Behnam's Primary Practice

    9250 Amberton Pkwy

    Dallas, TX 75243

    (817) 255-1940

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    Dr. Soroush Behnam's Practice 2

    4300 City Point Dr Ste 200

    North Richland Hills, TX 76180

    (817) 255-1940

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    Dr. Soroush Behnam's Practice 3

    7801 N Richland Blvd

    North Richland Hills, TX 76180

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

    Dr. Behnam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710908744.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Behnam?

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

    What is Dr. Soroush Behnam's specialty?

    Dr. Behnam is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Dallas, TX. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Behnam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Soroush Behnam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Behnam is affiliated with Texas Health Harris Methodist Hospital Hurst-Euless-Bedford, Texas Health Arlington Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with 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 Soroush Behnam accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Soroush Behnam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Soroush Behnam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Behnam's office at (817) 255-1940 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Soroush Behnam?

    Please contact Dr. Behnam's office at (817) 255-1940 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Soroush Behnam have?

    Dr. Soroush Behnam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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