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Dr. Robert Benton, MD

Latham, NY

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    Who is Dr. Benton, Cardiologist in Latham, NY?

    Dr. Robert Benton, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Latham, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Benton graduated from University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington and completed his residency at Medstar-Georgetown Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Medstar-Georgetown Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benton is fluent in English, French, German, and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benton’s office at (518) 292-6200.

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

    • Residency: Medstar-Georgetown Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases Medstar-Georgetown Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Vt Coll of Med, Burlington Vt | University of Vermont, College of Medicine, Burlington

    What languages does Dr. Benton speak?

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

    • English

    • French

    • German

    • Italian

    What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Benton typically treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Benton 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. Benton. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Benton typically perform?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Benton may include:

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

    Does Dr. Benton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 292-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benton accept in Latham, NY?

    Dr. Benton in Latham, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Highmark Health

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Benton's office located?

    Dr. Robert Benton's Primary Practice

    711 Troy Schenectady Rd

    Latham, NY 12110

    (518) 292-6200

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    #160 Capital Cardiology Associates Pc

    2231 Burdett Ave Ste 160

    Troy, NY 12180

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    Dr. Robert Benton's Practice 3

    6 Wellness Way

    Latham, NY 12110

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

    Dr. Benton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205820727.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benton?

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

    What is Dr. Robert Benton's specialty?

    Dr. Benton is a Cardiologist near Latham, NY.

    What does a Cardiologist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Robert Benton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Benton is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Samaritan Hospital - Albany Memorial Campus, Samaritan Hospital - Troy, NY. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Cardiologist. 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 Robert Benton accepting new patients in Latham, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Robert Benton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Robert Benton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benton's office at (518) 292-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Robert Benton?

    Please contact Dr. Benton's office at (518) 292-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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