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Dr. Benjamin Parker, MD

Saint Cloud, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Parker, Nephrologist in Saint Cloud, MN?

    Dr. Benjamin Parker, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Saint Cloud, MN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Parker completed his residency at Abbott-Nwestern/Allina Hlth Sy, Internal Medicine. Dr. Parker is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parker’s office at (320) 240-2108.

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

    • Residency: Abbott-Nwestern/Allina Hlth Sy, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn | University of Mn Med Sch

    What languages does Dr. Parker speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Parker treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Parker 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. Parker. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Nephropathy
    • Kidney Damage from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Kidney Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1121: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic nephropathy

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatoid Arthritis
    • RA
    • Chronic inflammatory arthritis
    • Autoimmune arthritis
    • Inflammatory joint disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Parker perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Parker may include:

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

    Does Dr. Parker accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (320) 240-2108 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parker accept in Saint Cloud, MN?

    Dr. Parker in Saint Cloud, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Citizens Rx

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Genesis Health System

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Parker's office located?

    Dr. Benjamin Parker's Primary Practice

    1200 6th Ave N

    Saint Cloud, MN 56303

    (320) 240-2108

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    Dr. Benjamin Parker's Practice 2

    251 County Road 120

    Saint Cloud, MN 56303

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    Dr. Benjamin Parker's Practice 3

    403 Prairie Ave NE

    Staples, MN 56479

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

    Dr. Parker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609823699.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parker?

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

    What is Dr. Benjamin Parker's specialty?

    Dr. Parker is a Nephrologist near Saint Cloud, MN. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Parker to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benjamin Parker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Parker is affiliated with Cambridge 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 Benjamin Parker accepting new patients in Saint Cloud, MN?

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

    Does Dr. Benjamin Parker offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parker's office at (320) 240-2108 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Parker?

    Please contact Dr. Parker's office at (320) 240-2108 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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