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Dr. David Benson, MD

Dr. David Benson, MD

Park Rapids, MN

24 Years of Experience

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benson, Family Medicine Specialist in Park Rapids, MN?

    Dr. David Benson, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Park Rapids, MN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Benson graduated from University of Minnesota Med School and completed his residency at Univ Of Sd Sch Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Benson is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benson’s office at (218) 732-2800.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Sd Sch Of Med, Family Medicine | University Of Sd School Of Med | University of South Dakota School of Medicine Program

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

    Is Dr. Benson board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. David Benson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Benson speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Benson treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Damage
    • Diabetic Polyneuropathy
    • Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Long-Term Opioid Pain Reliever Use
    • Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
    • Pain Relievers
    • Blood Thinners
    • Chronic opioid therapy
    • Ongoing narcotic pain medication
    • Opioid analgesic use
    • Chronic anticoagulant therapy
    • Ongoing blood thinner treatment
    • Anticoagulant medication use

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79891: Long term (current) use of opiate analgesic
    • Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Allergy Desensitization
    • Allergy shots
    • Immunotherapy for allergies
    • Allergen desensitization therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z516: Encounter for desensitization to allergens

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    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:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Benson perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. David Benson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Benson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (218) 732-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benson accept in Park Rapids, MN?

    Dr. Benson in Park Rapids, 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

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Health Partners Plans

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • PrimeWest Health

    • Ucare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Benson's office located?

    Dr. David Benson's Primary Practice

    705 Pleasant Ave S

    Park Rapids, MN 56470

    (218) 732-2800

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    Dr. David Benson's Practice 2

    801 Belsly Blvd

    Moorhead, MN 56560

    (701) 364-6800

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    Dr. David Benson's Practice 3

    1027 Washington Ave Ofc

    Detroit Lakes, MN 56501

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    What is Dr. Benson's NPI number?An 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 1902845456.

    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. David Benson's specialty?

    Dr. Benson is a Family Medicine Specialist near Park Rapids, MN. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Benson to book an appointment today.

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

    Yes, Dr. Benson is affiliated with Essentia Health-Fargo, Essentia Health St. Mary's - Detroit Lakes 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 David Benson accepting new patients in Park Rapids, MN?

    No, Dr. David Benson is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. David Benson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (218) 732-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with David Benson?

    Please contact Dr. Benson's office at (218) 732-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. David Benson have?

    Dr. David Benson is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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