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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benavides, Family Medicine Specialist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Luis Benavides, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Benavides graduated from The University of Texas School of Medicine at San Antonio and completed his residency at Christus Spohn Mem Hosp, Family 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 (956) 608-4500.
Where did Dr. Benavides go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Christus Spohn Mem Hosp, Family Medicine | Christus Santa Rosa Health Care 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 as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Luis Benavides, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benavides typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benavides typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benavides performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Benavides accept my insurance?
Dr. Benavides accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 608-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benavides accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Benavides in Laredo, TX 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benavides' office located?
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 1780656686.
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. Luis Benavides's specialty?
Dr. Benavides is a Family Medicine Specialist near Laredo, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Luis Benavides affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benavides is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Luis Benavides accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Luis Benavides is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Benavides offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benavides's office at (956) 608-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Benavides?
Please contact Dr. Benavides's office at (956) 608-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Luis Benavides have?
Dr. Luis Benavides is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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