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Dr. Louis Benevento, MD

Las Cruces, NM

49 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benevento, Internist in Las Cruces, NM?

    Dr. Louis Benevento, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Las Cruces, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Benevento graduated from New York Medical College and completed his residency at University Hosp, Internal Medicine; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benevento is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benevento’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benevento’s office at (575) 522-0423.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Internal Medicine; Metropolitan Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny | New York Medical College

    Is Dr. Benevento board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Louis Benevento, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Benevento speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Benevento treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Benevento 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. Benevento. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
    • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
    • Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
    • Long-term tiredness
    • Persistent fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5382: Chronic fatigue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Waking Up to Urinate at Night
    • Urine and Urination
    • Nocturia
    • Nighttime urination
    • Frequent night peeing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R351: Nocturia

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Myeloma
    • Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Active multiple myeloma
    • Untreated multiple myeloma
    • Plasma cell myeloma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Polycythemia
    • Blood Disorder
    • High red blood cell count (secondary)
    • Excess red blood cells (secondary)
    • Acquired polycythemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D751: Secondary polycythemia

    Also known as:

    • Migraine with Aura
    • Migraine
    • Classic migraine
    • Ocular migraine
    • Migraine with visual symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G43109: Migraine with aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus

    Which procedures does Dr. Benevento perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Louis Benevento may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benevento's office.

    Does Dr. Benevento accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benevento accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 522-0423 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benevento accept in Las Cruces, NM?

    Dr. Benevento in Las Cruces, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Presbyterian Health Plan

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Benevento's office located?

    Dr. Louis Benevento's Primary Practice

    3961 E Lohman Ave Ste 33

    Las Cruces, NM 88011

    (575) 522-0423

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    Dr. Louis Benevento's Practice 2

    2701 Missouri Ave

    Las Cruces, NM 88011

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    Dr. Louis Benevento's Practice 3

    2450 S Telshor Blvd

    Las Cruces, NM 88011

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

    Dr. Benevento's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063445666.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benevento?

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

    What is Dr. Louis Benevento's specialty?

    Dr. Benevento is a Internist near Las Cruces, NM.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Benevento to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Louis Benevento affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benevento is affiliated with Three Crosses Regional 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Louis Benevento accepting new patients in Las Cruces, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Louis Benevento is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Louis Benevento offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benevento's office at (575) 522-0423 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Louis Benevento?

    Please contact Dr. Benevento's office at (575) 522-0423 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Louis Benevento have?

    Dr. Louis Benevento is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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