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Dr. Eric Benson, MD

Dr. Eric Benson, MD

Internal Medicine*
35+ years of experience

Dr. Eric Benson, MD is an internist in Post Falls, ID and has over 35 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Loyola University Chicago Stritch School of Medicine in 1989. He is affiliated with medical facilities Kootenai Health and Providence Holy Family Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 46 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (46 reviews)

Practice

1551 E Mullan Ave Ste 101 Post Falls, ID 83854
Telehealth available
(208) 262-2311

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Benson specializes in the area of Internal Medicine. • See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. • See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Benson's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benson

3.8

46 ratings, 19 with a written review
5 Star
63%
63%
4 Star
4%
4%
3 Star
4%
4%
2 Star
2%
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1 Star
26%
26%

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What could be improved
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Irvin – Feb 13, 2025
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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
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Anita Smith – Jul 09, 2024
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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 person found this helpful
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James F – Jun 27, 2023
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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
2 people found this helpful
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Apr 28, 2023
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
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Cathe Hutchison – Aug 19, 2022
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Long wait times
4 people found this helpful
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RC – Oct 13, 2021
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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Rathdrumguy – Feb 10, 2021
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
1 person found this helpful
Helpful
T. Logan – Aug 13, 2020
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What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 people found this helpful
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Sheila W – Nov 21, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
4 people found this helpful
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Jul 26, 2019
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What went well
  • 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
4 people found this helpful
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Jan 20, 2019
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What went well
  • 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 person found this helpful
Helpful
Michelle in ID – Jan 15, 2019
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
2 people found this helpful
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Concerned patient in Post Falls – Nov 09, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
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TM in ID – Aug 16, 2018
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
Helpful
Jun 21, 2018
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What went well
  • 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
2 people found this helpful
Helpful
matson Whithead in Hayden, Idaho – Oct 28, 2017
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
13 people found this helpful
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Concerned patient in Post Falls, ID – Sep 20, 2016
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What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
10 people found this helpful
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Scott in Hayden, ID – Jun 14, 2016
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What went well
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
9 people found this helpful
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Jesse in Post falls Idaho – Jan 16, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

I do my best to take the time to provide personalized attention to each of my patients and fully understand their medical history. I am committed to providing compassionate high quality care with integrity and professionalism to every one of my patients. 

biography

I am board certified in Internal Medicine and attended medical school at Loyola University of Chicago in Maywood, Illinois and his residency at Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke's Medical Center in Chicago, Illinois.

I have been...read more

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Rush Presbyterian St Luke's Medical Center

    Residency Hospital

  • Loyola University Chicago Stritch School Of Medicine

    Medical School, 1989

  • University Of California At Riverside

    1985
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
National Board of Physicians and Surgeons®
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Internal Medicine
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Locations

Practice

Office1551 E Mullan Ave Ste 101 Post Falls, ID 83854
1

Practice

Northwest Specialty Hospital1593 E Polston Ave Post Falls, ID 83854
2

Practice

Office700 W Ironwood Dr Ste 301 Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
3

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Providence Holy Family Hospital

    5633 N Lidgerwood St
    Spokane, WA 99208
    Recipient of 4
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

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

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    80%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    4% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Kootenai Health

    2003 Kootenai Health Way
    Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
    Recipient of 11
    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

    77%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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