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Dr. Benjamin Martinez, MD

Baton Rouge, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Martinez, Critical Care Surgeon in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Benjamin Martinez, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. Dr. Martinez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Martinez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Martinez’s office at (225) 765-2048.

    What languages does Dr. Martinez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Martinez typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Martinez 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. Martinez. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain from injury
    • Pain
    • Traumatic pain
    • Injury pain
    • Sudden pain from trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8911: Acute pain due to trauma

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other Post-Surgery Condition
    • Postoperative State
    • Recovery After Surgery
    • Surgical Follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Head injury
    • Brain trauma
    • Concussion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S062XAA: Diffuse traumatic brain injury with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Traumatic Air in Chest
    • Traumatic Pneumothorax
    • Injured Collapsed Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S270XXA: Traumatic pneumothorax, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Martinez typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Martinez 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. Martinez. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Exploratory Abdominal Surgery
    • Exploratory laparotomy
    • Celiotomy
    • Abdominal exploration
    • Open abdominal surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49000: Exploratory laparotomy, exploratory celiotomy with or without biopsy(s) (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Planned Tracheostomy
    • Tracheotomy
    • Surgical Airway Creation
    • Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
    • Neck Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);

    Does Dr. Martinez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Martinez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 765-2048 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Martinez accept in Baton Rouge, LA?

    Dr. Martinez in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Franciscan Miss Ourlady Health

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Martinez's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Martinez's Primary Practice

    5000 Hennessy Blvd

    Baton Rouge, LA 70808

    (225) 765-2048

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

    Dr. Martinez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366766321.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Martinez?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Martinez's specialty?

    Dr. Martinez is a Critical Care Surgeon near Baton Rouge, LA.

    What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?

    A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.

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

    Yes, Dr. Martinez is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge 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 Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Benjamin Martinez accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Martinez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Martinez's office at (225) 765-2048 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Martinez?

    Please contact Dr. Martinez's office at (225) 765-2048 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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