24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Benz, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Carmel, IN?
Dr. Alexander Benz, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carmel, IN. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Benz completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Benz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Benz’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Benz’s office at (404) 501-1000.
Where did Dr. Benz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Emergency Medicine; Duke Univ Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Duke University Med Center
Is Dr. Benz board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Benz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Benz speak?
Dr. Benz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benz typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Benz 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. Benz. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Benz typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alexander Benz 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. Benz's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Benz accept my insurance?
Dr. Benz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 501-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Benz accept in Carmel, IN?
Dr. Benz in Carmel, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliant Health Plans
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Benz's office located?
What is Dr. Benz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Benz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497712236.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Benz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Benz
What is Dr. Alexander Benz's specialty?
Dr. Benz is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Carmel, IN.
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. Alexander Benz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Benz is affiliated with Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Singing River Gulfport, Singing River Pascagoula Hospital, Emory Johns Creek Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Walton 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alexander Benz accepting new patients in Carmel, IN?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Benz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Benz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Benz's office at (404) 501-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Benz?
Please contact Dr. Benz's office at (404) 501-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Benz have?
Dr. Alexander Benz is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Family Medicine.
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