37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benstein, Nephrologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Judith Benstein, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Benstein completed her residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benstein is fluent in English and Hebrew, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benstein’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benstein’s office at (212) 263-5654.
Where did Dr. Benstein go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: NYU Medical Center (Nephrology), Clinical Fellowships
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Benstein board certified in Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Judith Benstein, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1986, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1988
What languages does Dr. Benstein speak?
Dr. Benstein and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hebrew
What conditions does Dr. Benstein treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Benstein 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. Benstein. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD Stage 5
- End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
Also known as:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Benstein perform as a Nephrologist?
As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Judith Benstein may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benstein's office.
Does Dr. Benstein accept my insurance?
Dr. Benstein accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 263-5654 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benstein accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Benstein in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Benstein's office located?
Dr. Judith Benstein's Primary Practice
355 W 52nd St Fl 7L
New York, NY 10019
(212) 263-5654
What is Dr. Benstein's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benstein's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073508065.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benstein?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benstein
What is Dr. Judith Benstein's specialty?
Dr. Benstein is a Nephrologist near New York, NY. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Benstein to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Judith Benstein affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benstein is affiliated with NYU Langone Health - Tisch 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
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Is Judith Benstein accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Judith Benstein is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Judith Benstein offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benstein's office at (212) 263-5654 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Judith Benstein?
Please contact Dr. Benstein's office at (212) 263-5654 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Judith Benstein have?
Dr. Judith Benstein is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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