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Dr. Kathryn Benson, MD

Pediatrician

Duluth, GA

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Benson, Pediatrician in Duluth, GA?

    Dr. Kathryn Benson, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Duluth, GA. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Benson graduated from Emory University School Of Medicine and completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Benson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benson’s practice accepts Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benson’s office at (770) 813-9775.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | Egleston Children's Hospital At Emory University | EMORY HEALTHCARE

    • Medical School: Emory University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Benson board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Benson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Benson speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Benson typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Benson 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. Benson. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Benson typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Kathryn Benson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Benson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 813-9775 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benson accept in Duluth, GA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Georgia

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benson's office located?

    Dr. Kathryn Benson's Primary Practice

    3497 Duluth Park Ln Ste 200

    Duluth, GA 30096

    (770) 813-9775

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    What hospitals are Dr. Benson affiliated with?

    Dr. Benson has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital,Atlanta, GA
    Childrens Egleston Hospital,Atlanta, GA

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

    Dr. Benson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205886074.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benson?

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

    What is Dr. Kathryn Benson's specialty?

    Dr. Benson is a Pediatrician near Duluth, GA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Kathryn Benson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Benson is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital, Childrens Egleston Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Kathryn Benson accepting new patients in Duluth, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Kathryn Benson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kathryn Benson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (770) 813-9775 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Kathryn Benson?

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (770) 813-9775 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Benson's office located?

    Dr. Benson's office is located in Duluth, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kathryn Benson have?

    Dr. Kathryn Benson is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.