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Dr. Benedict Doctor, MD

Grand Rapids, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Doctor, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Benedict Doctor, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Grand Rapids, MI. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Doctor graduated from Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine and completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Doctor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Doctor’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Doctor’s office.

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

    • Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Pediatrics | Vanderbilt University Med Center

    • Medical School: Med Univ of Sc Coll of Med, Charleston Sc | Medical University of South Carolina College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Doctor board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Benedict Doctor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Doctor speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Doctor treat?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Doctor 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. Doctor. 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:

    • Low Birth Weight Newborn
    • Low Birth Weight Baby
    • Extremely Low Birth Weight Newborn
    • Extremely Low Birth Weight Baby
    • Small for Gestational Age Baby
    • Small for Gestational Age Newborn
    • Birth Weight
    • LBW newborn
    • Small baby
    • Baby born 2000-2499 grams
    • LBW baby
    • Small baby at birth
    • Underweight newborn
    • Baby born 1250-1499 grams
    • ELBW newborn
    • Micropremie
    • Baby born 500-749 grams
    • Baby born 1000-1249 grams
    • ELBW baby
    • Very low birth weight infant
    • Micro-preemie
    • SGA baby
    • Baby born too small
    • Fetal growth restriction
    • SGA newborn
    • Growth-restricted baby
    • Intrauterine growth restriction
    • Very low birth weight baby
    • Low birth weight baby

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
    • P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
    • P0716: Other low birth weight newborn, 1500-1749 grams
    • P0715: Other low birth weight newborn, 1250-1499 grams
    • P0702: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 500-749 grams
    • P0714: Other low birth weight newborn, 1000-1249 grams
    • P0703: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 750-999 grams
    • P0516: Newborn small for gestational age, 1500-1749 grams
    • P0517: Newborn small for gestational age, 1750-1999 grams
    • P0514: Newborn small for gestational age, 1000-1249 grams
    • P0518: Newborn small for gestational age, 2000-2499 grams

    Also known as:

    • Transient Rapid Breathing in Newborns
    • Lung Disease
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Temporary fast breathing in infants
    • Wet lung syndrome in newborns
    • Transient tachypnea of newborn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P221: Transient tachypnea of newborn

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • Lung Disease
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
    • Hyaline Membrane Disease
    • Neonatal Respiratory Distress

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn

    Also known as:

    • Male Circumcision
    • Circumcision
    • Foreskin removal
    • Routine circumcision
    • Ritual circumcision

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Low Blood Sugar
    • Hypoglycemia
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Neonatal Hypoglycemia
    • Infant Low Blood Sugar
    • Low Glucose in Newborns

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P704: Other neonatal hypoglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Premature Baby
    • Premature Babies
    • Preterm infant
    • Early baby
    • Preemie

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P0737: Preterm newborn, gestational age 34 completed weeks

    Also known as:

    • Preterm Labor
    • Premature Labor
    • Early Labor
    • Threatened Preterm Labor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O6003: Preterm labor without delivery, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Brain Depression
    • Brain Disease
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Baby Brain Underactivity
    • Infant Cerebral Depression
    • Neonatal Cerebral Depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P914: Neonatal cerebral depression

    Also known as:

    • Newborn Issues from Gestational Diabetes
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Infant of Diabetic Mother Syndrome
    • Gestational Diabetes Effects on Newborn
    • Newborn of Diabetic Mother

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P700: Syndrome of infant of mother with gestational diabetes

    Also known as:

    • Infant of Diabetic Mother Syndrome
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • IDM syndrome
    • Baby of diabetic mom
    • Newborn affected by maternal diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P701: Syndrome of infant of a diabetic mother

    Which procedures does Dr. Doctor perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Benedict Doctor may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Doctor's office.

    Does Dr. Doctor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Doctor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Doctor accept in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Dr. Doctor in Grand Rapids, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • ASR Corporation

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • McLaren Health Plan

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Michigan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Doctor's office located?

    Dr. Benedict Doctor's Primary Practice

    100 Michigan St NE # 35

    Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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

    Dr. Doctor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164494878.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Doctor?

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

    What is Dr. Benedict Doctor's specialty?

    Dr. Doctor is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Grand Rapids, MI. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Doctor to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Benedict Doctor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Doctor is affiliated with Corewell Health Butterworth 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

    Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist 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 Benedict Doctor accepting new patients in Grand Rapids, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Benedict Doctor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benedict Doctor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Doctor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benedict Doctor?

    Please contact Dr. Doctor's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benedict Doctor have?

    Dr. Benedict Doctor is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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