Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 20+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten Jr., CNA,MD, is a Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) specialist in Meridian, Idaho. He attended and graduated from University Of Utah School Of Medicine in 2004, having over 20 years of diverse experience, especially in Colorectal Surgery (Proctology). He is affiliated with many hospitals including St Luke's Regional Medical Center. Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including St Lukes Clinic - Treasure Valley Llc. Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten may accept Medicare Assignment. Contact Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten at 520 S Eagle Rd to request Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 520 S Eagle Rd
Meridian, ID 83642-6351
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Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Benjamin Joseph Karsten Jr.
Gender Male
PECOS ID 5092892398
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He maybe accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Colorectal Surgery (Proctology) (primary specialty)

Experience

  • Over 20 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
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    Certified Nursing Assistant
    A certified nursing assistant, or CNA, helps patients or clients with healthcare needs under the supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Also known as a Nursing Assistant (NA) a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) or a State Tested Nurse Aid (STNA), the individual who carries this title needs strong work ethic and ability, but issues of liability and legality prevent CNAs from performing certain procedures.
  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten attended and graduated from University Of Utah School Of Medicine in 2004.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1124227137
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Wednesday, July 11, 2007
  • NPPES Last Update: Thursday, March 3, 2016

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does not report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten has been primarily specialized in Surgery for over 20 years of experience.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
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    Surgery
    A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Surgery
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    Surgery
    A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.


Affiliated Hospitals


Medical Group Practice

  • St Lukes Clinic - Treasure Valley Llc


Practice Locations

520 S Eagle Rd
Meridian, ID 83642-6351
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, December 20, 2013, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Thursday, March 3, 2016. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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