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Dr. John E. Benson, MD

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(185 Ratings)

Specializes in: Physiatry (Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation)

Medical College of Wisconsin (2007)

Professional interests include: stroke, peripheral neuropathy, cerebral palsy, and more.

1600 E Jefferson Street Suite 300
Seattle, WA 98122

(206) 320-2600

Dr. John E. Benson, MD is a physiatrist in Seattle, WA specializing in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation). He graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2007 and has 19 years of experience. Dr. John E. Benson, MD is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center, Providence, Swedish Issaquah Campus, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, Swedish Health Services and Swedish First Hill Campus.

Office Locations

1600 E Jefferson Street Suite 300
Seattle, WA 98122

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Some issues Dr. John E. Benson, MD can help you with:

Joint Injections

A joint is any area of the body where two bones connect. Due to injury or disease, the space between the two bones can sometimes become swollen and inflamed, which leads to pain and a loss of mobility. Injection and aspiration are two tools that physicians use to treat joint pain locally without needing to perform surgery.

Both injection and aspiration are techniques that involve inserting a needle connected to a syringe directly into the joint. Aspiration involves the removal of excess fluid, and injection is the placement of medication directly into the joint space via the needle. Both procedures may be performed at the same time. In both cases a local anesthetic may be used, the skin will be cleaned and disinfected, and then the needle will be inserted. In some cases, especially if the injection or aspiration is in a large and deep joint such as the hip or spine, ultrasound may be used to guide the needle to the exact location desired.

In some cases, irritation to the joint can cause fluid to build up so significantly that the joint hurts and can no longer move well. Aspiration removes some of the excess fluid and relieves the pressure. In addition, aspiration can be used to provide a sample of joint fluid if it needs to be examined microscopically for the presence of white blood cells, bacteria, or crystal formations.

Certain injuries and diseases that affect joints are inflammatory in nature, such as rheumatoid arthritis, tendonitis or gout. These diseases may be helped by the local injection of anti-inflammatory medications directly into the affected joint. In this case, corticosteroids such as methylprednisone are usually used. Relief from the pain may be felt right away and may last for weeks or even months.

In some cases, such as with osteoarthritis, the cartilage buffer between the two bones wears down and pain comes from bones rubbing against each other. In this case, injection of a lubricating agent such as hyaluronic acid may be beneficial. It provides a slippery cushion between the bones to relieve pain that can last for months.

Stroke

A stroke is a medical emergency that occurs when a blood vessel supplying oxygen and nutrients to the brain is ruptured or blocked. The brain cannot function without a steady supply of oxygen and nutrients, so when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted, even for a brief moment, brain cells begin to die. When a sufficient number of brain cells die, the brain itself can no longer function, meaning that strokes are very dangerous. Strokes can result in impaired movement, speech, cognitive ability, the impairment of important physical functions, and even death.

Anyone can have a stroke, regardless of age and health. Strokes are known to happen at random. However, certain conditions and behaviors can increase one's risk of stroke over time.

Risk factors for stroke include:

Heart disease
Older age
Smoking
Diabetes
High blood pressure
High blood cholesterol and lipids

There are two main types of stroke: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. Ischemic stroke occurs more commonly and is when a blood vessel in the brain becomes blocked. Blockages are caused by blood clots and built-up plaque (deposits of fat and cholesterol), which leads to atherosclerosis, a condition where the blood vessels narrow and harden. The resultant restricted blood flow may lead to an ischemic stroke by blocking essential oxygen to the brain, causing the heart to exert more effort to pump blood.

Hemorrhagic stroke occurs when a blood vessel in or around the brain ruptures. The burst vessel leaks blood into surrounding brain tissue, causing irreparable brain damage.

Hemorrhagic strokes are less common and may occur from head injuries, brain aneurysms, brain tumors, and bleeding disorders, amongst other conditions.

Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes require immediate medical treatment. Medical intervention can prevent severe and life-threatening brain damage. Signs of stroke include:

-Disorientation or confusion

-Difficulty speaking

-Difficulty walking

-Impaired vision

-Weakness in the face, legs, or arms

-Severe headaches

When someone suspected of having a stroke reaches the hospital, the patient will usually receive a CT or other scan that provides an image of the brain. The scan results can reveal clotted or leaking blood in the brain. Physical exams, neurological exams, and blood tests may also be used to check for blood clotting and sugar. Treatment begins generally immediately if a stroke is detected.

Medical treatment for ischemic strokes includes a thrombolytic medicine which breaks up and disperses blood clots. This medicine can greatly improve stroke recovery and long-term health. However, the thrombolytic medicine must be administered as soon as possible to achieve these results. Other treatments for ischemic strokes are blood thinners and thrombectomy, a surgical procedure to remove a blood clot in the brain. Thrombectomy is performed by inserting a catheter (thin needle) into the artery to reach the blood clot and mechanically remove it. With the clot removed, normal blood flow to the brain resumes. Thrombectomy is typically performed at most six hours after a patient shows signs of a stroke.

Hemorrhagic strokes are treated with blood-saving medication and surgery. For a hemorrhagic stroke caused by the rupture of an aneurysm (blood vessel bulges), surgery to stem the bleeding aneurysm and vessel may be used. One surgical technique is stent-assisted coiling, which adds a stent (small wire-meshed tube) into the blood vessel to block the leaking opening of the aneurysm. A non-surgical procedure is endovascular coiling, where a catheter (thin, hollow needle) places a platinum wire coil at the spot of the aneurysm. The coil blocks bleeding and prevents the aneurysm from continuing to leak blood. These procedures are usually combined with blood-thickening medications. Blood transfusions may be administered if substantial blood loss has occurred.

Since stroke patients may have lost some essential functions while the blood flow to their brains was obstructed, both ischemic stroke and hemorrhage stroke patients may receive post-stroke rehabilitation to rebuild their physical and mental abilities. Some restorative treatments include occupational, physical, and speech therapy. Patients may also receive care from neurologists, who can assist patients in recovering certain brain functions and cognitive abilities, and rehabilitation psychologists, who may help patients with their emotional, behavioral, and cognitive recovery. Some stroke patients require lengthy rehabilitation and may never fully regain function, while others may recover more quickly. While the fastest recovery improvements are usually seen in the first three or four months, stroke rehabilitation can last for years.

If someone begins to show signs of stroke, contact emergency services and call 9-1-1 immediately since blood flow must be restored as soon as possible to help avoid significant brain damage. If an ambulance takes the person to the hospital, paramedics can initiate stroke treatment as soon as the patient enters the ambulance, allowing for more prompt medical intervention and care.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	70
hospital care	783
inpatient care	783

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	124
hospital care	822
inpatient care	822

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	118
Female	115

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	213
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	70
85 and over	43
Less than 65	45

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2013

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	25
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	44
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	18
Atrial Fibrilation	24
Heart Failure	37
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	26
Diabetes	39
Dementia	17
Cancer	13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2014 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2014 were hospital care, inpatient care and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	136
hospital care	819
inpatient care	819

2014 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	112
Female	128

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	221
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	84
From 75 to 84	72
85 and over	40
Less than 65	44

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2014

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	30
Ischemic Heart Disease	43
Depression	43
Chronic Kidney Disease	46
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	14
Atrial Fibrilation	26
Heart Failure	36
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	24
Diabetes	42
Dementia	18
Cancer	14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2015 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	77
hospital care	552
inpatient care	552

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	214
Female	216

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	352
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	24
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	144
From 75 to 84	140
85 and over	56
Less than 65	90

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2015

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	68
Stroke	46
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	45
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	14
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	31
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	17
Diabetes	40
Dementia	12
Cancer	10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2016 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	73
hospital care	630
inpatient care	630

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	110
Female	86

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	155
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	21
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	85
From 75 to 84	53
85 and over	25
Less than 65	33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2016

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	57
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	42
Asthma	24
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	21
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	16
Diabetes	41
Dementia	15
Cancer	11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2017 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	38
hospital care	613
inpatient care	613

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	108
Female	72

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	145
Black	14
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	80
From 75 to 84	54
85 and over	23
Less than 65	23

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2017

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	56
Ischemic Heart Disease	39
Depression	44
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	9
Osteoperosis	11
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	28
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	35
Dementia	20
Cancer	15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	54
hospital care	539
inpatient care	539

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	90
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	131
Black	12
Hispanic	0
Asian	12
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	70
From 75 to 84	55
85 and over	23
Less than 65	25

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2018

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	65
Stroke	57
Ischemic Heart Disease	40
Depression	36
Chronic Kidney Disease	49
Asthma	7
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	20
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	11
Diabetes	36
Dementia	18
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2019 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	45
hospital care	537
inpatient care	537

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	96
Female	73

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	135
Black	15
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	75
From 75 to 84	52
85 and over	18
Less than 65	24

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2019

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	63
Stroke	55
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	40
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	12
Atrial Fibrilation	17
Heart Failure	24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	8
Diabetes	30
Dementia	17
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2020 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	36
hospital care	433
inpatient care	433

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	71
Female	59

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	100
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	61
From 75 to 84	39
85 and over	12
Less than 65	18

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2020

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	73
Stroke	65
Ischemic Heart Disease	38
Depression	42
Chronic Kidney Disease	41
Asthma	11
Osteoperosis	13
Atrial Fibrilation	25
Heart Failure	29
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	10
Diabetes	29
Dementia	21
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2021 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit	18
hospital care	345
inpatient care	345

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	61
Female	53

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	79
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	47
From 75 to 84	38
85 and over	13
Less than 65	16

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2021

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	71
Stroke	60
Ischemic Heart Disease	45
Depression	46
Chronic Kidney Disease	43
Asthma	12
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	23
Heart Failure	21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	15
Diabetes	26
Dementia	27
Cancer	12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA during 2022 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care	263
inpatient care	263

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	60
Female	35

**Ethnicity**
Non-Hispanic White	76
Black	0
Hispanic	0
Asian	0
Other	0
Native American	0

**Age**
From 65 to 74	36
From 75 to 84	35
85 and over	0
Less than 65	0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD in 2022

Hypertension	75
High Cholesterol	75
Stroke	74
Ischemic Heart Disease	47
Depression	34
Chronic Kidney Disease	35
Asthma	0
Osteoperosis	0
Atrial Fibrilation	31
Heart Failure	27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	31
Dementia	13
Cancer	16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. John E. Benson, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated as a physiatrist in Seattle, WA were hospital care, inpatient care and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures	14
doctor visit	67
hospital care	576
inpatient care	576

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD.

**Gender**
Male	94
Female	83

**Ethnicity**
Black / African American	3
Asian / Pacific Islander	5
Non-Hispanic White	146
Hispanic	0
Native American / Alaskan Native	0
Other	0

**Age**
75 to 84	55
85 and over	23
Less than 65	28
65 to 74	68

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. John E. Benson, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. John E. Benson, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, stroke and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension	68
High Cholesterol	62
Stroke	47
Ischemic Heart Disease	37
Depression	37
Chronic Kidney Disease	38
Asthma	9
Osteoporosis	9
Heart Failure	25
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease	13
Diabetes	31
Atrial Fibrillation	21
Cancer	11
Dementia	16

Education & Training

Dr. John E. Benson, MD graduated from Medical College of Wisconsin in 2007. He completed residency at University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals. He is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: Medical College of Wisconsin (2007)

Residency: University of Washington Affiliated Hospitals (2011)

Board Certification: American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. John E. Benson, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Swedish Medical Center

Providence

Swedish Issaquah Campus

Swedish Cherry Hill Campus

Swedish Health Services

Swedish First Hill Campus

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. John E. Benson, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, CIGNA PPO, Wellcare Medicare (HMO), Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Interplan PPO, TriWest, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna Medicare PPO, Carelon PPO, Ambetter Cascade Select, Ambetter Cascade Care, Premera, Evernorth PPO, Seven Corners, First Choice PPO and Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. John E. Benson, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO

Aetna PPO

CIGNA PPO

Wellcare Medicare (HMO)

Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

Interplan PPO

TriWest

United Healthcare

TRICARE

Medicaid

Humana

Cigna

United Healthcare Medicaid

OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)

United Healthcare PPO

Providence

Humana HMO

First Health

Kaiser Permanente

Aetna Medicare PPO

Carelon PPO

Ambetter Cascade Select

Ambetter Cascade Care

Premera

Evernorth PPO

Seven Corners

First Choice PPO

Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. John E. Benson, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.98 out of 5 stars based on 185 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. John E. Benson, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Seattle, WA.

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-01-31

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I have only ever had good experiences with John Benson. We have a great relationship where I feel able to talk about any concerns, ask as many questions as I need to get answers for and not feel like my time is restricted. He always explains everything clearly and I never feel rushed. He is an integral part of my care for the brain injury and I'm lucky to have him as the center of my care team. We get on with each other and have a laugh. He accepts me for the person I am. The MA and scheduler are lovely, supportive and great too.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-11-07

Patient verified via Press Ganey

This doctor was amazing! He answered all my questions thoroughly and patiently. He taught me an amazing amount about my health-care and I left feeling amazed and hopeful. I had no idea what I needed to be aware of for my health. Of course, I knew exercise but I haven't been doing that. Many other solutions were presented to me. I never felt rushed.If I need another concussion doctor, I would request for him to be my doctor.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-01-23

Patient verified via Press Ganey

I always feel like I've got time to ask questions and Dr Benson takes the time to explain everything. In the past, my botox wore off before a scheduled appt and I had a lot of migraines. Not only did he bring me into the office at the earliest time he could, but it was on a non-clinic day so that he could get the pain under control. I don't know of anyone else who would do that.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-01-17

Patient verified via Press Ganey

When I first saw Dr Benson last year he was 20 minutes late. He was very apologetic which made me feel at ease. I would definitely seek advice in regards to my medical treatment with Dr Benson. And recommend him to others. We need more doctors like Dr Benson. He shows compassion, empathy, takes time to listen to what you have to say and does not rush you in any way.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-11-13

Patient verified via Press Ganey

My appointment with Dr. Benson was excellent. Dr. Benson is knowledgeable, compassionate, and patient. He took the time to review my medical history and listen to my issues before testing my mental and physical abilities. I left the appointment feeling so much better than I had in months because Dr. Benson outlined a path forward for my recovery.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-12-17

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr Benson has been spot-on with my care. I've always felt like he allocated the right amount of time to assess my health care needs and determine appropriate treatments. His care has made a tremendous difference for me in my healing and I am so happy that I was referred to him.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-01-18

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Excellent experience overall. I wish the doctor wasn't booked out so far. I had to wait several months to be seen. Dr. Benson is one of the best doctors I've seen. I truly appreciated how he really listened to me, and seemed to care about my health.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2026-01-16

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Benson has been a provider of mine since 2016. He was fantastic then and continues to be. He was very thorough and even squeezed me in at the end of his day which was very appreciated. Only great things to say about Dr. Benson.

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-11-18

Patient verified via Press Ganey

Dr. Benson was exemplary. He was familiar with my medical history. He patiently and clearly outlined all the options for each of my issues. Dr. Benson is an outstanding physician, extremely knowledgeable and approachable. A gem!

Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-07-29

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Dr Benson and the team have been amazing and I don't know where I would be without their care and guidance. Dr Benson always takes time to listen and answer questions and is very reassuring. I am so grateful to have found him.

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. John E. Benson, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

**Payments by Company**
Medtronic USA, Inc.	$46 Drug Infusion Systems - Neuro $46
Medtronic Sofamor Danek USA, Inc.	$23 Cervical -Trauma Therapies $23

**Types of Payments**
Food and Beverage	$69

Biography

Dr. John Benson is a physician who specializes in physiatry (physical medicine & rehabilitation). Dr. Benson's average patient rating is 5.0 stars (out of 5). His areas of expertise include the following: phantom limb pain, trigger point injection, and spasticity. His hospital/clinic affiliations include Providence, Swedish Cherry Hill Campus, and Swedish Issaquah Campus. He seems to be an in-network provider for HealthSmart, Coventry, and CIGNA Plans, as well as other insurance carriers. According to Doctor.com, new patients are welcome to contact Dr. Benson's office in Seattle, WA. Before completing his residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Washington, Dr. Benson attended medical school at Medical College of Wisconsin.