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Dr. Benson Bonyo, DO

Akron, OH

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bonyo, Family Medicine Specialist in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Benson Bonyo, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Akron, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Bonyo graduated from Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Summa Health System/NEOMED Program. Dr. Bonyo is fluent in English, Luo (Kenya and Tanzania), and Swahili, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bonyo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bonyo’s office at (330) 867-7544.

    Where did Dr. Bonyo go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Summa Health System/NEOMED Program

    • Medical School: Ohio Univ- Coll Of Osteo Med- Athens Oh | Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Bonyo board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Benson Bonyo, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bonyo speak?

    Dr. Bonyo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Luo (Kenya and Tanzania)

    • Swahili

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bonyo typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bonyo diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Bonyo. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADHD
    • ADD
    • Hyperactivity Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin D Deficiency
    • Low Vitamin D Levels
    • Lack of Vitamin D
    • Hypovitaminosis D

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bonyo typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bonyo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bonyo. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Bonyo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bonyo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 867-7544 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bonyo accept in Akron, OH?

    Dr. Bonyo in Akron, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Ohio

    • Summa Health

    • The Schroer Group

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Bonyo's office located?

    Dr. Benson Bonyo's Primary Practice

    1569 Vernon Odom Blvd

    Akron, OH 44320

    (330) 867-7544

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    What is Dr. Bonyo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Bonyo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386725125.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bonyo?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bonyo

    What is Dr. Benson Bonyo's specialty?

    Dr. Bonyo is a Family Medicine Specialist near Akron, OH.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Benson Bonyo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bonyo is affiliated with Summa Health System – Akron Campus, Aultman Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Marymount Hospital, Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Benson Bonyo accepting new patients in Akron, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Benson Bonyo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Benson Bonyo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bonyo's office at (330) 867-7544 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Benson Bonyo?

    Please contact Dr. Bonyo's office at (330) 867-7544 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Benson Bonyo have?

    Dr. Benson Bonyo is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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