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Dr. Benjamin Ulmer, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pain Medicine Specialist - Anesthesiologist

Augusta, GA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ulmer, Anesthesiologist in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Benjamin Ulmer, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Ulmer graduated from Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University and completed his residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp, Anesthesiology; Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Ulmer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ulmer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ulmer’s office at (803) 641-5489.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp, Anesthesiology; Mem Hlth-Univ Med Ctr, General Surgery | Mem Health University Med Center | University of Kentucky

    • Medical School: Med Coll Of Ga Sch Of Med | Medical College of Georgia at Georgia Regents University

    Is Dr. Ulmer board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin Ulmer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Ulmer speak?

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

    • English

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

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ulmer 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. Ulmer. 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:

    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Aortic Valve Insufficiency
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation
    • Leaky aortic valve
    • Aortic regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
    • I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Primary Hyperparathyroidism
    • Parathyroid Disorder
    • Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
    • Overactive Parathyroid Gland
    • High Parathyroid Hormone
    • PTH Overproduction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Other Brain Blood Vessel Disease
    • Brain Disease
    • Cerebrovascular Disorder
    • Brain Circulation Problem
    • Brain Vascular Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I6789: Other cerebrovascular disease

    Also known as:

    • Recurrent Severe Depression
    • Depression
    • Chronic severe depression
    • Repeated severe depressive episodes
    • Clinical depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Bladder Cancer
    • Urinary Bladder Cancer
    • Bladder Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ulmer typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Ulmer may include:

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

    Does Dr. Ulmer accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ulmer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 641-5489 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ulmer accept in Augusta, GA?

    Dr. Ulmer in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ulmer's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Ulmer's Primary Practice

    1120 15th St

    Augusta, GA 30912

    (803) 641-5489

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    Dr. Benjamin Ulmer's Practice 2

    4300 University Pkwy

    Evans, GA 30809

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    Dr. Benjamin Ulmer's Practice 3

    989 Saint Sebastian Way

    Augusta, GA 30912

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ulmer affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ulmer has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Ulmer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922021724.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ulmer?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Ulmer's specialty?

    Dr. Ulmer is an Anesthesiologist near Augusta, GA.

    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. Benjamin Ulmer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ulmer is affiliated with Augusta University Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Benjamin Ulmer accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Ulmer offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ulmer's office at (803) 641-5489 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Ulmer's office at (803) 641-5489 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ulmer's office located?

    Dr. Ulmer's offices are located in Augusta, GA and Evans, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Ulmer have?

    Dr. Benjamin Ulmer is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.