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Who is Dr. Benitez Lopez, Anesthesiologist in Portsmouth, OH?
Dr. Luis Benitez Lopez, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Portsmouth, OH. Dr. Benitez Lopez graduated from University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine and completed his residency at UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL. Dr. Benitez Lopez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benitez Lopez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benitez Lopez’s office at (740) 356-5000.
Where did Dr. Benitez Lopez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University of Puerto Rico, School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benitez Lopez speak?
Dr. Benitez Lopez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Benitez Lopez typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Benitez Lopez 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. Benitez Lopez. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Benitez Lopez typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Benitez Lopez 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. Benitez Lopez. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Benitez Lopez accept my insurance?
Dr. Benitez Lopez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (740) 356-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benitez Lopez accept in Portsmouth, OH?
Dr. Benitez Lopez in Portsmouth, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Benitez Lopez's office located?
Dr. Luis Benitez Lopez's Primary Practice
1805 27th St
Portsmouth, OH 45662
(740) 356-5000
What is Dr. Benitez Lopez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benitez Lopez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154368892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benitez Lopez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benitez Lopez
What is Dr. Luis Benitez Lopez's specialty?
Dr. Benitez Lopez is a Anesthesiologist near Portsmouth, OH.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Luis Benitez Lopez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Benitez Lopez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Southern Ohio Medical Center. 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
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Is Luis Benitez Lopez accepting new patients in Portsmouth, OH?
Yes, Dr. Luis Benitez Lopez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Benitez Lopez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benitez Lopez's office at (740) 356-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Benitez Lopez?
Please contact Dr. Benitez Lopez's office at (740) 356-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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