Expertise in
23
conditions

Dr. Christy E. Benson

Ophthalmology
Broadlawns Medical Center
1801 Hickman Rd, 
Des Moines, IA 
Accepting New Patients
Expertise in
23
conditions
Broadlawns Medical Center
1801 Hickman Rd, 
Des Moines, IA 

Overview

Christy Benson is an Ophthalmologist practicing medicine in Des Moines, Iowa.

Dr. Benson is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cataract, Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, Glaucoma, and Ocular Hypertension (OHT).

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 5 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Benson is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Ophthalmology

Licenses

Ophthalmology in IA

Hospital Affiliations

Broadlawns Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
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  • POS
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  • PPO
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • MEDICARE SNP
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HealthPartners
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  • PPO
Humana
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  • PPO
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Medica
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Medicaid
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Northern Plains Alliance
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Oscar
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  • HMO
  • PPO
PacificSource
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • POS
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Wellmark
  • HMO
  • POS
Western Health Advantage
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MEDICARE DISCOUNT CARD
  • MEDICARE MAPD
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Locations

Broadlawns Medical Center
1801 Hickman Rd, Des Moines, IA 50314

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.

5 Total Publications

Primary Central Nervous System Vasculitis With Optic Nerve Involvement.
Primary Central Nervous System Vasculitis With Optic Nerve Involvement.
Journal: Journal of neuro-ophthalmology : the official journal of the North American Neuro-Ophthalmology Society
Published: December 24, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Christy E. Benson

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Christy E. Benson?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Christy E. Benson by calling their office at 515-282-2200. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Christy E. Benson a top-rated expert for Cataract?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Christy E. Benson is classified as an Distinguished expert for Cataract, 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. Christy E. Benson specialize in?

While Dr. Christy E. Benson is a Ophthalmology, they have specific expertise in Cataract, Gyrate Atrophy of the Choroid and Retina, and Glaucoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Ophthalmology.

Does Dr. Christy E. Benson participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Christy E. Benson has published 5 articles and abstracts on conditions like Cataract. You can view a list of Dr. Christy E. Benson's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Christy E. Benson accept my insurance?

Dr. Christy E. Benson accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 515-282-2200 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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