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Dr. Benson Onghai, MD

Physiatrist

East Patchogue, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Onghai, Physiatrist in East Patchogue, NY?

    Dr. Benson Onghai, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in East Patchogue, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Onghai completed his residency at University Wa. Dr. Onghai is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Onghai’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Onghai’s office at (631) 398-4797.

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

    • Residency: University Wa

    What languages does Dr. Onghai speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Onghai typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Onghai 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. Onghai. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Median Nerve Compression
    • Wrist Nerve Entrapment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G5603: Carpal tunnel syndrome, bilateral upper limbs

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Onghai typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Benson Onghai may include:

    Please contact Dr. Onghai's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Onghai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Onghai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 398-4797 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Onghai accept in East Patchogue, NY?

    Dr. Onghai in East Patchogue, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Onghai's office located?

    Dr. Benson Onghai's Primary Practice

    285 Sills Rd Bldg 4D

    East Patchogue, NY 11772

    (631) 398-4797

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    Dr. Benson Onghai's Practice 2

    14 Technology Dr Ste 11

    East Setauket, NY 11733

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    Dr. Benson Onghai's Practice 3

    100 Nicolls Rd

    Stony Brook, NY 11794

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    What hospitals are Dr. Onghai affiliated with?

    Dr. Onghai has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Catholic Health - St. Charles Hospital,Port Jefferson, NY

    Ratings & Reviews

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    5.0

    Overall rating

    Based on 1 review

    Patients give Dr. Benson Onghai an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Onghai has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Onghai, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.

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

    Dr. Onghai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366499501.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Onghai?

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

    What is Dr. Benson Onghai's specialty?

    Dr. Onghai is a Physiatrist near East Patchogue, NY.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

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

    No, Dr. Onghai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Catholic Health - St. Charles Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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 Dr. Benson Onghai accepting new patients in East Patchogue, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Benson Onghai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Onghai's office at (631) 398-4797 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Benson Onghai?

    Please contact Dr. Onghai's office at (631) 398-4797 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Onghai's office located?

    Dr. Onghai's offices are located in East Patchogue, NY, East Setauket, NY, and Stony Brook, NY.