Summary

Dr. Karsten graduated from the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine At The University of Utah in 2004. He works in Boise, ID and 3 other locations and specializes in Colorectal Surgery and Surgery.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 22 years of experience
  • 41 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten has 4 locations

St Lukes Clinic Colon And Rectal Surgery

125 E Idaho St Ste 303Boise, ID 83712
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 12:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

St Lukes Childrens Hospital

190 E Bannock StBoise, ID 83712

Treasure Valley Hospital

8800 W Emerald StBoise, ID 83704

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Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten, MDDr. J Chris Kantarian, MDDr. Elizabeth R Livingston, MDDr. Teri Cottingham, MD
Colorectal SurgerySurgerySurgerySurgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.5 
4.5 
4.2 
22 Years of Experience 45 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience 34 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English
Boise , IDBoise , IDBoise , IDBoise , ID
Med School: Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah Med School: Lewis Katz School Of Medicine At Temple University Med School: Sidney Kimmel Medical College At Thomas Jefferson University Med School: Oregon Health & Science University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross of Idaho
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • First Choice Health
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Moda Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Mountain Health Co-Op
  • Optum Health
  • Optum Health - HMO
  • PacificSource Health Plans
  • PacificSource Health Plans - Medicare
  • Regence BlueShield
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho
  • Regence BlueShield of Idaho - HMO
  • SelectHealth
  • SelectHealth - HMO
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • University of Utah Health Plans

Medical Specialties

Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Laparoscopic Surgery (Laparoscopy)
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

22 Years Experience

Dr. Benjamin Joseph Karsten holds an active medical license in the state of Idaho.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Idaho that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Spencer Fox Eccles School Of Medicine At The University Of Utah in 2004.

NPI Number

Dr. Karsten's NPI number is 1124227137.

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Dr. Benjamin Karsten's office is located at 125 E Idaho St Ste 303, Boise, ID, 83712.
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Dr. Benjamin Karsten speaks English.

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