Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benkov, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Keith Benkov, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Benkov graduated from Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and completed his residency at Mount Sinai Hospital. Dr. Benkov is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benkov’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benkov’s office at (201) 447-8182.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Benkov?
Dr. Keith Benkov, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Benkov empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Celiac Disease, Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), Inflammatory Bowel Disease/Crohn's, Liver Disease, Ulcerative Colitis/Crohn's, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York/NY community, Dr. Benkov is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Benkov go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mount Sinai Hospital
Residency: Mount Sinai Hospital
Medical School: Mt Sinai Sch of Med of The City Univ of Ny, New York Ny | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
Is Dr. Benkov board certified in Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Keith Benkov, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Benkov speak?
Dr. Benkov and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Benkov treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Benkov 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. Benkov. 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:
- Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
- Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Panenteric Crohn's Disease
- Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
- Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Ileitis
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
- K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
- K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Ulcerative Pancolitis
- Ulcerative Colitis
- Chronic Pancolitis
- Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Colitis
- Chronic Colitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
- K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Mixed Symptoms
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Diarrhea
- Irritable Bowel Syndrome
- Spastic Colon
- Functional Bowel Disorder
- IBS
- IBS-M
- Spastic Colon with Mixed Symptoms
- IBS-D
- Diarrhea-Predominant IBS
- Spastic Colon with Diarrhea
ICD-10 Codes:
- K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified
- K582: Mixed irritable bowel syndrome
- K580: Irritable bowel syndrome with diarrhea
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Celiac Disease
- Gluten-Sensitive Enteropathy
- Sprue
- Coeliac Disease
- Gluten Intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- K900: Celiac disease
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Other Non-Infectious Stomach and Colon Inflammation
- Digestive Disease
- Non-Infectious Colitis
- Non-Infectious Enteritis
- Digestive Tract Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5289: Other specified noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis
Which procedures does Dr. Benkov perform as a Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Keith Benkov may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Benkov's office.
Does Dr. Benkov accept my insurance?
Dr. Benkov accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 447-8182 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benkov accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Benkov 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
MetroPlus
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Benkov's office located?
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - All Time
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition across all time
What is Dr. Benkov's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benkov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669452736.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benkov?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benkov
What is Dr. Keith Benkov's specialty?
Dr. Benkov is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near New York, NY. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Benkov to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Keith Benkov affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benkov is affiliated with The Mount Sinai 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 Keith Benkov accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Keith Benkov is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keith Benkov offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benkov's office at (201) 447-8182 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keith Benkov?
Please contact Dr. Benkov's office at (201) 447-8182 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Keith Benkov have?
Dr. Keith Benkov is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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