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Dr. Paula Benes, MD

Physiatrist

Edwardsville, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benes, Physiatrist in Edwardsville, IL?

    Dr. Paula Benes, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Edwardsville, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Benes completed her residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Benes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benes’s office at (314) 468-8000.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Wi, Milwaukee Wi

    Is Dr. Benes board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Benes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Benes speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Benes typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Benes 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. Benes. 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • Paraplegia
    • Paralysis
    • Lower body paralysis
    • Paralysis of legs
    • Spinal cord injury paralysis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8220: Paraplegia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury without Loss of Consciousness
    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Mild Head Injury
    • Brain Trauma without Fainting
    • Concussion (No LOC)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S069X0A: Unspecified intracranial injury without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Benes typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Benes 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. Benes. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Benes accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 468-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benes accept in Edwardsville, IL?

    Dr. Benes in Edwardsville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benes' office located?

    Dr. Paula Benes' Primary Practice

    3402 Anderson Healthcare Dr

    Edwardsville, IL 62025

    (314) 468-8000

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    Dr. Paula Benes' Practice 2

    6420 Clayton Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63117

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    Dr. Paula Benes' Practice 3

    6800 State Route 162

    Maryville, IL 62062

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    What hospitals are Dr. Benes affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Benes has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Benes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346263647.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benes?

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

    What is Dr. Paula Benes's specialty?

    Dr. Benes is a Physiatrist near Edwardsville, IL.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Paula Benes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benes is affiliated with Anderson Hospital 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. Paula Benes accepting new patients in Edwardsville, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Benes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paula Benes offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benes' office at (314) 468-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paula Benes?

    Please contact Dr. Benes' office at (314) 468-8000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benes' office located?

    Dr. Benes' offices are located in Edwardsville, IL, Saint Louis, MO, and Maryville, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Benes have?

    Dr. Paula Benes is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.