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Dr. Benson Hargens, MD

Dr. Benson Hargens, MD

Family Medicine*

Dr. Benson Hargens, MD is a family medicine physician in Osage, IA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center and Mitchell County Regional Health.

3.4 Star Rating
Based on 5 reviews 3.4 Star Rating (5 reviews)

Practice

620 N 8th St Osage, IA 50461

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Hargens specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. See reviews
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
  • Easy Scheduling
    Patients said scheduling was easy. See reviews
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Dr. Hargens' Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Hargens

3.4
5 ratings, 5 with a written review
5 star
60%
60%
4 star
0%
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3 star
0%
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2 star
0%
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1 star
40%
40%

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Awesome doctor and staff
Listened to my history as I have just made him my primary. Made me feel heard and understood. So helpful getting me my meds as we travel. No negatives.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jan 18, 2025
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Knowledgeable, Professional, and Personable
Have been seeing Dr. Hargens for over a year now, and every visit is great. He always listens to my concerns and addresses each one. Sometimes it's 'let's try this and assess in a few weeks/month', others it's more straight forward - depends on the concern. But I always feel respected and like I'm being given very knowledgeable advice. His staff is also very friendly and professional. Even more private or potentially embarrassing concerns are handled thoughtfully and professionally. I have no qualms about explaining my symptoms, knowing it will only help get a more complete diagnosis and treatment plan.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 04, 2024
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office visit
Dr. Hargens was talking with staff outside my room about me in a very negative, rude way. He stuck his head in, I was sitting leaning against the desk holding my forehead, because of an awful headache & I didn't feel well at all. He stated we would need to talk about my mental state, shut the door, left me to sit. When he finally came into my room after a long wait, he was very unkind, without compassion hurried through an assessment. He would not take my questions well or not at all. After the assessment he gave me only one option, when I knew he could of given me more. I refused his option, went home and continued to feel sick, until I was able to get into my own provider in the next 2-3 days. This provider gave me more than just 1 option, I was given by Dr. Hargens. My own provider's option worked very well and felt better within a few days. The visit with Dr. Hagens was a waste of my time. I was appalled as to the way he treated me!
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
1 other person found this helpful
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Oct 25, 2023
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My Personal Doctor
I couldn’t be happier! He listens to my concerns, is never in a rush. He explains answers to my satisfaction. Great doctor!!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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May 10, 2023
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Doesn’t know Anything except going by the book not a very good doctor at all
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
3 others found this helpful
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Feb 27, 2018
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About Me

biography

Dr. Benson Hargens, MD is a family medicine physician in Osage, IA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center and Mitchell County Regional Health.
  • Family Medicine

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American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Mitchell County Regional Health Center620 N 8th St Osage, IA 50461
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Practice

Mitchell County Regional Health Center616 N 8th St Osage, IA 50461
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Mitchell County Regional Health

    616 N 8th St
    Osage, IA 50461

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    92%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    10% higher than the national average

    90%
    Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

    17% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Mercyone North Iowa Medical Center

    1000 4th St SW
    Mason City, IA 50401
    Recipient of 2
    hospital awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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