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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paras, Anesthesiologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Benjamin Paras, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Paras graduated from University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology. Dr. Paras is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paras’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paras’s office at (520) 795-7650.
Where did Dr. Paras go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Az Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology | University of Arizona College of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines | University of the Philippines Manila College of Medicine
Is Dr. Paras board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Paras, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Paras speak?
Dr. Paras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Paras typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Paras 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. Paras. 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:
- Strands and floaters in the eye's gel
- Bleeding in the eye's gel
- Eye Disease
- Eye floaters
- Vitreous opacities
- Vitreous membranes
- Eye bleeding
- Blood in the vitreous
- Ocular hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- H43391: Other vitreous opacities, right eye
- H43392: Other vitreous opacities, left eye
- H4311: Vitreous hemorrhage, right eye
Also known as:
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cataract
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
ICD-10 Codes:
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
- Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
- Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
- BPH with LUTS
- Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Paras typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Paras may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Paras' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Paras accept my insurance?
Dr. Paras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 795-7650 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paras accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Paras in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
HealthRight Group
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Paras' office located?
Dr. Benjamin Paras' Primary Practice
3390 N Campbell Ave Ste 110
Tucson, AZ 85719
(520) 795-7650
What is Dr. Paras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619961497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paras
What is Dr. Benjamin Paras's specialty?
Dr. Paras is a Anesthesiologist near Tucson, AZ.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Benjamin Paras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paras is affiliated with Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Benjamin Paras accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Paras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Paras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paras's office at (520) 795-7650 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Paras?
Please contact Dr. Paras's office at (520) 795-7650 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Paras have?
Dr. Benjamin Paras is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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