Benjamin H. Plotz
Expertise in
4
conditions

Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz

Rheumatology
UPMC Rheumatology,Shadyside,Part Of UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
580 South Aiken Avenue, Suite 430, 
Pittsburgh, PA 
Accepting New Patients
Offers Telehealth
10 Years of Experience
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Expertise in
4
conditions
UPMC Rheumatology,Shadyside,Part Of UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
580 South Aiken Avenue, Suite 430, 
Pittsburgh, PA 

Overview

Benjamin Plotz, MD, specializes in rheumatology and is board-certified in rheumatology and internal medicine by the American Board of Internal Medicine. He practices at UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center and UPMC Shadyside Rheumatology and is affiliated with UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, UPMC Mercy, UPMC Presbyterian, and UPMC Shadyside. Dr. Plotz received his medical degree from State University of New York and completed his residency at George Washington University Hospital, followed by a fellowship at NYU Grossman School of Medicine.

Dr. Plotz is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lupus Nephritis, Sarcoidosis, Gout, and Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).

Dr. Plotz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine and American Board Of Internal Medicine. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 7 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Plotz is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Year

2016

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in NY

Board Certifications

American Board Of Internal Medicine
American Board Of Internal Medicine

Fellowships

New York University School of Medicine

Hospital Affiliations

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System
Upmc Presbyterian Shadyside
Upmc St Margaret

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Blue Cross Blue Shield
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CareFirst
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Cigna
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Gateway Health Plan
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Geisinger
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Health Care Services Corporation
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Humana
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UnitedHealthcare
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UPMC
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Wellcare
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Locations

UPMC Rheumatology,Shadyside,Part of UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital
580 South Aiken Avenue, Suite 430, Pittsburgh, PA 15232
Other Locations
UPMC Arthritis and Autoimmunity Center
3601 5th Avenue, Suite 2B, Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

7 Total Publications

Spectre of COVID-19 infection confounding myocarditis related to cytomegalovirus mononucleosis syndrome and hyperinflammatory syndrome.
Spectre of COVID-19 infection confounding myocarditis related to cytomegalovirus mononucleosis syndrome and hyperinflammatory syndrome.
Journal: Heliyon
Published: February 21, 2023
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Is Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz a top-rated expert for Lupus Nephritis?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz is classified as an Advanced expert for Lupus Nephritis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz specialize in?

While Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Lupus Nephritis, Sarcoidosis, and Gout. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz has published 7 articles and abstracts on conditions like Lupus Nephritis. You can view a list of Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz accept my insurance?

Dr. Benjamin H. Plotz accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 412-682-2434 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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