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Dr. Alan Bentz, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Houston, TX

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bentz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Alan Bentz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Bentz completed his residency at Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Bentz is fluent in English, German, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bentz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bentz’s office at (281) 440-2146.

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

    • Residency: Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Mercy Hospital and Med Center

    • Medical School: University of Ca, San Francisco, Sch of Med, San Francisco Ca | University of Ca School of Med,San Francisco, Ca, Us

    Is Dr. Bentz board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Bentz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bentz speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bentz typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bentz 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. Bentz. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bentz typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alan Bentz may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bentz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bentz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 440-2146 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bentz accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Bentz in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Territories

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Sanford Health

    • Texas Children's Hospital

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bentz's office located?

    Dr. Alan Bentz's Primary Practice

    710 FM 1960 Rd W

    Houston, TX 77090

    (281) 440-2146

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    Emergency Dpt

    710 Cypress Creek Pkwy

    Houston, TX 77090

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    Dr. Alan Bentz's Practice 3

    1313 Hermann Dr

    Houston, TX 77004

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

    Dr. Bentz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649207986.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bentz?

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

    What is Dr. Alan Bentz's specialty?

    Dr. Bentz is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Houston, TX.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Alan Bentz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bentz is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Medical Center, Hca Houston Healthcare Clear Lake, Hca Houston Healthcare Conroe 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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 Dr. Alan Bentz accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Alan Bentz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alan Bentz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bentz's office at (281) 440-2146 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alan Bentz?

    Please contact Dr. Bentz's office at (281) 440-2146 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bentz's office located?

    Dr. Bentz's office is located in Houston, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alan Bentz have?

    Dr. Alan Bentz is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.