Summary

Dr. Robert Benton has practiced cardiovascular disease for 39 years and is affiliated with Saint Marys Hospital Amsterdam. He treats chest wall pain, chest pain, and chest problems, and performs electrocardiograms, remote patient monitoring, and contrast echocardiography. He speaks German and Spanish.

Dr. Benton earned his medical degree from the Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at the University of Vermont and completed his residency at MedStar Health. He sees patients in Albany and Troy, New York. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Benton 4.54 out of 5.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 39 years of experience
  • 73 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks German, Spanish
  • Medstar Health
  • 15 written reviews
  • 1 award
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Awards

  • Vitals Preferred Provider

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Office Locations

Dr. Robert Edward Benton has 5 locations

Capital Cardiology Associates

7 Southwoods Blvd Ste 4Albany, NY 12211
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Saint Peters Hospital

315 S Manning BlvdAlbany, NY 12208

Albany Medical Center

43 New Scotland AveAlbany, NY 12208

Samaritan Hospital Albany Memorial Campus

600 Northern BlvdAlbany, NY 12204

Capital Cardiology Associates

2200 Burdett AveTroy, NY 12180
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
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4.5 
4.5 
39 Years of Experience 38 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks German, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Hindi
Albany , NYPomona , NYWinter Park , FLAlbany , NY
Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont Med School: University Of South Florida Health Morsani College Of Medicine Med School: New York Medical College
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Edward Benton

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • 1199SEIU
  • AARP
  • AARP - Medicare
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CBA Blue
  • CDPHP
  • CDPHP - HMO
  • CDPHP - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CDPHP - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Cofinity
  • Elderplan
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Empire Plan
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Fidelis Care (NY) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Guardian
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • MagnaCare
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Mutual
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • MediGold
  • MediGold - PPO
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • MVP Health Care
  • MVP Health Care - HMO
  • Optum Health
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • Tufts Health Plan
  • UniCare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Univera Healthcare
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Edward Benton has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Edward Benton has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

39 Years Experience

Dr. Robert Edward Benton holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of New York that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Medstar Health.

Medical School

Graduated from The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont in 1987.

NPI Number

Dr. Benton's NPI number is 1205820727.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Robert Benton accepting new patients?
Dr. Robert Benton is accepting new patients on Vitals. View Dr. Robert Benton's profile on Vitals to make an appointment.
What languages does Dr. Robert Benton speak?
Dr. Robert Benton speaks German and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Robert Benton's office located?
Dr. Robert Benton's office is located at 7 Southwoods Blvd Ste 4, Albany, NY, 12211.
Does Dr. Robert Benton accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Robert Benton accepts on their Vitals profile.
Does Dr. Robert Benton accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Robert Benton has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.

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