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Dr. Susan Benfield, MD

Saint Paul, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benfield, Obstetrician in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Susan Benfield, MD is an Obstetrician, who primarily practices in Saint Paul, MN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Benfield graduated from Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis and completed her residency at Regions Hosp, Family Medicine. Dr. Benfield is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benfield’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benfield’s office at (651) 222-1816.

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

    • Residency: Regions Hosp, Family Medicine | Hennepin County Medical Center/Regions Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Benfield board certified as an Obstetrician?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Benfield, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Benfield speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Obstetrician like Dr. Benfield typically treat?

    As an Obstetrician, Dr. Benfield 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. Benfield. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammogram
    • Breast Exam
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1239: Encounter for other screening for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder with Mild Depressive Episode
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Mild bipolar depression
    • Mild depressive phase of bipolar
    • Low mood in bipolar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F3131: Bipolar disorder, current episode depressed, mild

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does an Obstetrician like Dr. Benfield typically perform?

    As an Obstetrician, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Benfield may include:

    Please contact Dr. Benfield's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Benfield accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benfield accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (651) 222-1816 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benfield accept in Saint Paul, MN?

    Dr. Benfield in Saint Paul, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Amtrust North America

    • Hennepin County

    • Humana

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Minnesota

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Benfield's office located?

    Dr. Susan Benfield's Primary Practice

    153 Cesar Chavez St

    Saint Paul, MN 55107

    (651) 222-1816

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    Dr. Susan Benfield's Practice 2

    19685 Akin Rd Ste 100

    Farmington, MN 55024

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

    Dr. Benfield's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255300463.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benfield?

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

    What is Dr. Susan Benfield's specialty?

    Dr. Benfield is a Obstetrician near Saint Paul, MN.

    What does an Obstetrician do?

    A physician specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of patients with obstetric conditions focuses on the health and care of women during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, addressing a wide range of issues related to maternal and fetal well-being.

    Is this Dr. Susan Benfield affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benfield is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, Abbott Northwestern 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

    When to see an Obstetrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Obstetrician. Explore 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 Susan Benfield accepting new patients in Saint Paul, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Susan Benfield is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Susan Benfield offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benfield's office at (651) 222-1816 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Susan Benfield?

    Please contact Dr. Benfield's office at (651) 222-1816 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Benfield have?

    Dr. Susan Benfield is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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