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Dr. Mark Benton, DO

Dr. Mark Benton, DO

Family Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Mark Benton, DO is a family medicine physician in Navarre, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SOUTHWEST COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINEHEALTH SCIENCES in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baptist Hospital and Gulf Breeze Hospital.

2.8 Star Rating
Based on 17 reviews 2.8 Star Rating (17 reviews)

Practice

8880 Navarre Pkwy Ste 106 Navarre, FL 32566

At a Glance

  • Area of Expertise
    Dr. Benton specializes in the area of Family Practice. See board certifications
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. Benton's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Benton

2.8
17 ratings, 15 with a written review
5 star
41%
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4 star
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3 star
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2 star
18%
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1 star
41%
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Dr Benton has coordinated my healthcare for the past ten years. He is attentive and never makes me feel rushed. Highly recommend.
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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Oct 14, 2024
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Never again (after many years)
Horrible. What does he even actually do? So far all we have done is hit one brick wall after another. Don't waste your time.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 24, 2024
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Great for referrals
Been seeing him for 5 years and frankly all he is able to do is give referrals. I guess if you need to make money and take very little responsibility in the medical system this is a great business approach. He will then use other specialists diagnoses and their recommended treatment plans and hold it over you like it was his plan. Basically, if you need a Dr who can do more than write a referral go elsewhere.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • 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
  • Long wait times
2 others found this helpful
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Feb 12, 2024
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This was my second visit to see Dr. Benton. The care I received was just as consistent as my first visit. I don't base my review on cost. If I can't afford to see a doctor after insurance I choose a different doctor that I can afford, not rate the price of the care as an overall rating of the doctor. Doctor Benton was very thorough during my exams and pays attention when I share concerns with him. The only observation I wish to share is that you may have to wait awhile after your scheduled appointment to see the doctor because he may fall behind his schedule while ensuring that all of the patients scheduled before you have enough time to have each of their needs met. I am completely satisfied with the care I have received from Dr. Benton and I recommend him to anyone else needing a local doctor. He accepts most insurances, he is taking new patients, and he has a walk in clinic from 7 am to 7 pm. He also has a very polite attentive staff that put me at ease both times that I interacted
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
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Mr. Wallace – Jul 19, 2019
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Dr .Mark Benton is very professional, caring , thorough, kind , compassionate, conservative , listens and allows for questions. I appreciate being in his care.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Mar 28, 2019
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Would not recommend. Dr. Benton is kind and seems like a lovely person. We have found him to be a less than desirable primary care physician. He does not diagnose; he refers. Unfortunately, getting a referral from that office is next to impossible. My poor husband's health deteriorated while we waited almost 3 months for a referral. All the while Dr. Benton ordered x-rays and ultrasounds and lots of out of pocket costly copays and visits. I have no confidence in Dr. Benton.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
20 others found this helpful
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Navarre, FL – Feb 20, 2019
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My Mom taught me that if you don't have anything nice to say don't say anything at all. So that!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
17 others found this helpful
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Emily Williford in NAVARRE, FL – Feb 12, 2019
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Very disappointed... Dr. asked for an x-ray of my chest due to extreme congestion but then the office wanted big payment upfront for x-ray, yes I have insurance Blue Cross, but Deductible is not met so no help with x-rays. When I declined the x-ray because of the payment they then did not send my script to the pharmacy. Like I said very disappointed, will be looking for a new doc soon
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Appointment was rushed
17 others found this helpful
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William – Aug 29, 2018
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Very attentive to my health issues. Seems interested in me personally. Very professional yet personable.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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 other person found this helpful
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Carole Weiher in Navarre – Jan 20, 2018
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Dr. Benton is a physician who is both professional and personable in manner. His knowledge and concern for patients make him an excellent choice for those who seek a doctor who will care for the entire family.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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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Gail Gonzalez in Gulf Breeze, FL – Aug 28, 2017
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Dr. Benton is great, but I'm thinking of looking for another primary care doctor because I think lab tests are too frequent for prescription refills and they refuse to tell you the results of your lab tests over the phone, instead requiring that you be seen in person to tell you the results and renew your prescriptions. It seems like this is being done to make more income for Baptist group, and has become a hardship. Forced to go with no meds if not able to make appts., case as of today :-(
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
7 others found this helpful
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Gulf Breeze, FL – Jun 27, 2017
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Dr. Benton always makes enough time discuss health issues, is very polite and easy to talk to.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • 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
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Barb in Navarre, FL – Nov 05, 2016
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Dr. Benton is actually ok. However, his front office staff are horrible and his medical assistant is incompetent. He denied a prescription refill for me yet I was not notified that he wanted to see me before authorizing the refill. I had to learn about it a week later from the pharmacy when I called to check on the status of my request.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Staff wasn't friendly
5 others found this helpful
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AnnieX in Navarre, FL – May 25, 2016
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Dr. Benton and his staff are attentive and take great care of me and my family. I would highly recommend him and have in the past.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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JD in Navarre, FL – Mar 01, 2016
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First time visit he was not friendly did not even smile at me once. He always seems unsure about his decisions. I have 2 refills for him to call in. I have been trying for 4 days to get him to send in new scripts. They say they have but not yet. Do not return my calls and have not responded to faxes from Wal Mart. Very frustrating and seems to be controlling.
What went well
  • Wait times
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
2 others found this helpful
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Navarre, FL – Feb 28, 2016
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About Me

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Dr. Mark Benton, DO is a family medicine physician in Navarre, FL and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from SOUTHWEST COLLEGE OF NATUROPATHIC MEDICINEHEALTH SCIENCES in 1998. He is affiliated with medical facilities Baptist Hospital and Gulf Breeze Hospital.
  • Family Medicine

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  • Southwest College Of Naturopathic Medicinehealth Sciences

    Medical School, 1998
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Family Medicine®
Family Practice
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Locations

Practice

Paul Hilbert D P M P A8880 Navarre Pkwy Ste 106 Navarre, FL 32566
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Practice

Baptist Medical Park-Navarre8888 Navarre Pkwy Navarre, FL 32566
2

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Gulf Breeze Hospital

    1110 Gulf Breeze Pkwy
    Gulf Breeze, FL 32561
    Recipient of 1
    hospital award

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

    88%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    81%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Baptist Hospital

    123 Baptist Way
    Pensacola, FL 32503
    Recipient of 3
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2023)

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

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    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

    79%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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