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19 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benkel, Hematology / Oncology Specialist in New City, NY?
Dr. Seth Benkel, MD is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, who primarily practices in New City, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Benkel graduated from State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine and completed his residency at A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Hematology/Oncology; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benkel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benkel’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benkel’s office at (845) 634-2727.
Where did Dr. Benkel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: A Einstein Coll M-Yeshiva U, Hematology/Oncology; Beth Israel Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine (Montefiore) Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Brooklyn, Coll of Med, Brooklyn Ny | State University of New York Downstate Medical Center College of Medicine
Is Dr. Benkel board certified as a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Seth Benkel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benkel speak?
Dr. Benkel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Benkel typically treat?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, Dr. Benkel 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. Benkel. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- B12 Anemia
- Dietary B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
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
What procedures does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist like Dr. Benkel typically perform?
As a Hematology / Oncology Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Seth Benkel may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
Please contact Dr. Benkel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benkel accept my insurance?
Dr. Benkel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 634-2727 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benkel accept in New City, NY?
Dr. Benkel in New City, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
MVP Health Care
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Benkel's office located?
What is Dr. Benkel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benkel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932143518.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benkel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benkel
What is Dr. Seth Benkel's specialty?
Dr. Benkel is a Hematology / Oncology Specialist near New City, NY.
What does a Hematology / Oncology Specialist do?
An internist doctor of osteopathy specializing in the combined treatment of hematology and oncology disorders. A doctor of osteopathy who is board eligible or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Internal Medicine was previously able to obtain a Certificate of Special Qualifications in Hematology and Oncology; however, this certificate is no longer available.
Is this Dr. Seth Benkel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benkel is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Suffern, Ny, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Englewood Hospital, The Valley Hospital, Montefiore Nyack Hospital 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 a Hematology / Oncology Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Seth Benkel accepting new patients in New City, NY?
Yes, Dr. Seth Benkel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Seth Benkel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benkel's office at (845) 634-2727 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Seth Benkel?
Please contact Dr. Benkel's office at (845) 634-2727 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Seth Benkel have?
Dr. Seth Benkel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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