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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benham, Emergency Medicine Specialist in San Angelo, TX?
Dr. Charles Benham, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Angelo, TX. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Benham graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Benham is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benham’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benham’s office at (325) 653-6741.
Where did Dr. Benham go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Emergency Medicine | University of Louisville School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University of Tx Med Branch Galveston, Galveston Tx | Texas A&M University
Is Dr. Benham board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Benham, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benham speak?
Dr. Benham and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benham typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benham 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. Benham. 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
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benham typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charles Benham may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Benham's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benham accept my insurance?
Dr. Benham accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (325) 653-6741 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benham accept in San Angelo, TX?
Dr. Benham in San Angelo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benham's office located?
Dr. Charles Benham's Primary Practice
120 E Harris Ave
San Angelo, TX 76903
(325) 653-6741
What is Dr. Benham's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benham's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659342244.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benham?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benham
What is Dr. Charles Benham's specialty?
Dr. Benham is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near San Angelo, TX.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Charles Benham affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benham is affiliated with Shannon Medical Center, University Hospital-San Antonio, Texas Health Denton 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
When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Charles Benham accepting new patients in San Angelo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Charles Benham is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Benham offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benham's office at (325) 653-6741 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Benham?
Please contact Dr. Benham's office at (325) 653-6741 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Benham have?
Dr. Charles Benham is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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