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Dr. Amber Benhardt, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benhardt, Anesthesiologist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Amber Benhardt, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Benhardt is currently affiliated with Missouri Baptist Hospital. Dr. Benhardt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benhardt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benhardt’s office at (800) 862-9980.

    What languages does Dr. Benhardt speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Benhardt typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Benhardt 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. Benhardt. 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:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
    • Prenatal Care
    • Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
    • Low-lying C-section Scar
    • Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
    • Failed attempt at vaginal birth
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
    • Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
    • Fetal distress due to heart rate
    • Failed TOLAC
    • Trial of labor failure
    • Unsuccessful vaginal delivery attempt

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
    • O6640: Failed trial of labor, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Breech Presentation
    • Childbirth Problems
    • Baby is Breech
    • Feet First Birth
    • Bottom First Birth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O321XX1: Maternal care for breech presentation, fetus 1

    Also known as:

    • Severe Preeclampsia
    • High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
    • Preeclampsia
    • Advanced Preeclampsia
    • Severe Toxemia of Pregnancy
    • High-Risk Preeclampsia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O1413: Severe pre-eclampsia, third trimester

    Does Dr. Benhardt accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benhardt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 862-9980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benhardt accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Benhardt in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benhardt's office located?

    Dr. Amber Benhardt's Primary Practice

    660 S Euclid Ave Ste 8054

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

    (800) 862-9980

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    Missouri Baptist Hospital

    3015 N Ballas Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63131

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    Dept Anesthesiology

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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    What hospitals are Dr. Benhardt affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Benhardt has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Ssm Health Saint Louis University Hospital,Saint Louis, MO

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

    Dr. Benhardt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649614272.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benhardt?

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

    What is Dr. Amber Benhardt's specialty?

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Amber Benhardt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benhardt is affiliated with Mercy Hospital St. Louis 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 Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Amber Benhardt accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Amber Benhardt is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amber Benhardt offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benhardt's office at (800) 862-9980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amber Benhardt?

    Please contact Dr. Benhardt's office at (800) 862-9980 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benhardt's office located?

    Dr. Benhardt's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.