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Dr. Rodney Benjamin, MD

South Miami, FL

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Benjamin, Pulmonologist in South Miami, FL?

    Dr. Rodney Benjamin, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in South Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Benjamin graduated from University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pulmonary Diseases; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Benjamin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benjamin’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benjamin’s office at (786) 662-8400.

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

    • Residency: Univ Hosp Of Cleveland, Pulmonary Diseases; Mt Sinai Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

    • Medical School: University Of Cape Town- Fac Of Med- Cape Town- So Africa | University of Cape Town / Faculty of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Benjamin board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Rodney Benjamin, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Benjamin speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Benjamin treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Benjamin 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. Benjamin. 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:

    • Asthma
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Bronchiole infection
    • Acute lung inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchiectasis Flare-Up
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage
    • Acute Bronchiectasis Exacerbation
    • Worsening Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchiectasis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
    • J471: Bronchiectasis with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Other Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Rare interstitial lung conditions
    • Uncommon lung scarring diseases
    • Other ILD
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Skin Problems from Radiation
    • Radiation Exposure
    • Skin Condition
    • Radiation dermatitis
    • Radiation skin reaction
    • Radiation-induced skin changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L598: Other specified disorders of the skin and subcutaneous tissue related to radiation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bronchitis
    • Long-term Bronchitis
    • Persistent Bronchitis
    • Inflamed Airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J42: Unspecified chronic bronchitis

    Does Dr. Benjamin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Benjamin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 662-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Benjamin accept in South Miami, FL?

    Dr. Benjamin in South Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medica

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Benjamin's office located?

    Dr. Rodney Benjamin's Primary Practice

    6200 SW 73rd St

    South Miami, FL 33143

    (786) 662-8400

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    Dr. Rodney Benjamin's Practice 2

    6250 Sunset Dr

    South Miami, FL 33143

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    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 reviews

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    Office Experience

    100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern

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    100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time

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    Diagnosis

    100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition

    Patients give Dr. Rodney Benjamin an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Benjamin has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Benjamin, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Benjamin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891758645.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benjamin?

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

    What is Dr. Rodney Benjamin's specialty?

    Dr. Benjamin is a Pulmonologist near South Miami, FL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Benjamin to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rodney Benjamin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Benjamin is affiliated with Baptist Health South Miami 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 Pulmonologist?

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    Is Rodney Benjamin accepting new patients in South Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Rodney Benjamin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rodney Benjamin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office at (786) 662-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Rodney Benjamin?

    Please contact Dr. Benjamin's office at (786) 662-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rodney Benjamin have?

    Dr. Rodney Benjamin is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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