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Dr. Lorenzo Benavides, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benavides, Anesthesiologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Lorenzo Benavides, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Benavides graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Anesthesiology Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benavides is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benavides’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benavides’s office at (210) 375-7720.

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

    • Residency: Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Anesthesiology Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx | The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio

    Is Dr. Benavides board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Lorenzo Benavides, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Benavides speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Benavides treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Benavides 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. Benavides. 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:

    • Single Live Birth
    • Childbirth
    • One baby born alive
    • Vaginal birth of one baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z370: Single live birth

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Sterilization Procedure
    • Tubal Ligation
    • Vasectomy
    • Permanent contraception
    • Tubal ligation
    • Surgical birth control

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z302: Encounter for sterilization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    Also known as:

    • Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Cholecystitis
    • Inflamed gallbladder
    • Gallbladder attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K819: Cholecystitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Uterine Fibroids
    • Leiomyoma
    • Fibromyoma
    • Myoma
    • Uterine growth

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Does Dr. Benavides accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benavides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 375-7720 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benavides accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Benavides in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • Community First Health Plans

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Martin's Point

    • Medicare

    • Molina

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    Where is Dr. Benavides' office located?

    Dr. Lorenzo Benavides' Primary Practice

    1139 E Sonterra Blvd

    San Antonio, TX 78258

    (210) 375-7720

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    Dr. Lorenzo Benavides' Practice 2

    2827 Babcock Rd

    San Antonio, TX 78229

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    Dr. Lorenzo Benavides' Practice 3

    11212 State Highway 151

    San Antonio, TX 78251

    (210) 703-8000

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

    Dr. Benavides's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487636841.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benavides?

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

    What is Dr. Lorenzo Benavides's specialty?

    Dr. Benavides is a Anesthesiologist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Contact Dr. Benavides to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lorenzo Benavides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benavides is affiliated with Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Methodist Stone Oak Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

    Explore Anesthesiologist with 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 Lorenzo Benavides accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Lorenzo Benavides is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lorenzo Benavides offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benavides's office at (210) 375-7720 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lorenzo Benavides?

    Please contact Dr. Benavides's office at (210) 375-7720 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lorenzo Benavides have?

    Dr. Lorenzo Benavides is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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