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Dr. Philip Benfield, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

Bristol, TN

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Benfield, Diagnostic Radiologist in Bristol, TN?

    Dr. Philip Benfield, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Bristol, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Benfield is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benfield’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benfield’s office at (423) 844-2200.

    What languages does Dr. Benfield speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Benfield typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Benfield 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. Benfield. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
    • M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Both Hips
    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Bilateral Hip Arthritis
    • Primary Degenerative Hip Disease
    • Both Hips Arthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
    • Degenerative joint disease
    • Wear-and-tear arthritis
    • Arthrosis
    • Joint degeneration

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M160: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of hip
    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
    • M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Respiratory cancer screening
    • Pulmonary cancer check
    • Lung tumor screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
    • Mammography
    • Inconclusive mammogram
    • Unclear breast scan results
    • Abnormal breast scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Benfield typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Philip Benfield may include:

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

    Does Dr. Benfield accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 844-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benfield accept in Bristol, TN?

    Dr. Benfield in Bristol, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Sanford Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield

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    Where is Dr. Benfield's office located?

    Dr. Philip Benfield's Primary Practice

    1 Medical Park Blvd

    Bristol, TN 37620

    (423) 844-2200

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    Dr. Philip Benfield's Practice 2

    103 W Stone Dr

    Kingsport, TN 37660

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    Dr. Philip Benfield's Practice 3

    130 W Ravine Rd

    Kingsport, TN 37660

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    What hospitals are Dr. Benfield affiliated with?

    Dr. Benfield has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Select Specialty Hospital - Tri-Cities,Bristol, TN
    Johnston Memorial Hospital,Abingdon, VA
    Holston Valley Medical Center,Kingsport, TN
    Russell County Hospital,Johnson City, TN
    Lee County Community Hospital,Pennington Gap, VA
    Pittsburgh Va Medical Center - University Drive,Pittsburgh, PA

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

    Dr. Benfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295052793.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benfield?

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

    What is Dr. Philip Benfield's specialty?

    Dr. Benfield is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Bristol, TN.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Philip Benfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Benfield is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Select Specialty Hospital - Tri-Cities, Johnston Memorial Hospital, Holston Valley Medical Center, Russell County Hospital, Lee County Community Hospital, Pittsburgh Va Medical Center - University Drive. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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. Philip Benfield accepting new patients in Bristol, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Philip Benfield is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Philip Benfield offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benfield's office at (423) 844-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Philip Benfield?

    Please contact Dr. Benfield's office at (423) 844-2200 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benfield's office located?

    Dr. Benfield's offices are located in Bristol, TN and Kingsport, TN.