EverydayHealthLogo
JB

Dr. James Bennett, MD

Physiatrist

Tucson, AZ

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bennett, Physiatrist in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. James Bennett, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Bennett graduated from New Jersey College of Dentistry and completed his residency at Emory Univ Hosp, Pediatrics; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Nc Hosps, General Surgery. Dr. Bennett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bennett’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bennett’s office at (520) 370-1275.

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

    • Residency: Emory Univ Hosp, Pediatrics; Univ Of Nc Hosps, Orthopedic Surgery; Univ Of Nc Hosps, General Surgery | Rehab Foundation Inc/ Marianjoy | Marianjoy Rehabilitation Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La | Medical College of Wisconsin | New Jersey College of Dentistry

    Is Dr. Bennett board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. James Bennett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Bennett speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bennett typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Bennett 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. Bennett. 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:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Broken Thigh Bone
    • Fractures
    • Leg Injuries and Disorder
    • Femur Fracture
    • Thigh Bone Break
    • Fractured Femur

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S728X2D: Other fracture of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
    • S728X1D: Other fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Bennett typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. James Bennett may include:

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

    Does Dr. Bennett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bennett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 370-1275 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bennett accept in Tucson, AZ?

    Dr. Bennett in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • First Choice Health Network

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    View All Insurances

    Where is Dr. Bennett's office located?

    Dr. James Bennett's Primary Practice

    1921 W Hospital Dr

    Tucson, AZ 85704

    (520) 370-1275

    Get Directions

    Dr. James Bennett's Practice 2

    5020 E Glenn St

    Tucson, AZ 85712

    Get Directions

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

    Dr. Bennett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497762926.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bennett?

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

    What is Dr. James Bennett's specialty?

    Dr. Bennett is a Physiatrist near Tucson, AZ.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. James Bennett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bennett is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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

    When to see a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. James Bennett accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. James Bennett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Bennett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bennett's office at (520) 370-1275 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Bennett?

    Please contact Dr. Bennett's office at (520) 370-1275 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bennett's office located?

    Dr. Bennett's office is located in Tucson, AZ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Bennett have?

    Dr. James Bennett is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.