Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Atkeson, Cardiologist in Smithfield, NC?
Dr. Benjamin Atkeson, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Smithfield, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Atkeson graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine. Dr. Atkeson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atkeson’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atkeson’s office at (919) 359-0322.
Where did Dr. Atkeson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Atkeson speak?
Dr. Atkeson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Atkeson treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Atkeson 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. Atkeson. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
- Precordial pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
- R072: Precordial pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Angina (Chest Pain)
- Angina
- Angina Pectoris
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Heart-Related Chest Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- I209: Angina pectoris, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Persistent AFib
- Long-term AFib
- Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Atkeson perform as a Cardiologist?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benjamin Atkeson may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Atkeson's office.
Does Dr. Atkeson accept my insurance?
Dr. Atkeson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 359-0322 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Atkeson accept in Smithfield, NC?
Dr. Atkeson in Smithfield, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Alignment Health Plan
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Atkeson's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Atkeson's Primary Practice
910 Berkshire Rd
Smithfield, NC 27577
(919) 359-0322
What is Dr. Atkeson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Atkeson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013915552.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atkeson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Atkeson
What is Dr. Benjamin Atkeson's specialty?
Dr. Atkeson is a Cardiologist near Smithfield, NC. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Atkeson to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Atkeson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Atkeson is affiliated with UNC Health Rex 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 Atkeson accepting new patients in Smithfield, NC?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Atkeson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Atkeson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Atkeson's office at (919) 359-0322 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Atkeson?
Please contact Dr. Atkeson's office at (919) 359-0322 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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