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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 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 49 years and is board certified. 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 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Benevento typically treat?

    As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Benevento typically perform?

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

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

    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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • State of New Mexico

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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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

    2560 Samaritan Dr

    Las Cruces, NM 88001

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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.

    What does an Internist do?

    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.

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

    Yes, Dr. Benevento is affiliated with Three Crosses Regional Hospital, Christus Health, Mountainview Regional Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 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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