John Wallace Behnke, MD

Otolaryngology

John Wallace Behnke is an Otolaryngology specialist based in Hickory, NC with over 6 years of clinical experience. Medicare-enrolled per CMS records and offers virtual telehealth visits.

(828) 322-2183Hickory, NC
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026|Medicare Enrolled|Order & Refer

John Wallace Behnke, MD has practiced otolaryngology for 6+ years, working in group practice. A University of South Carolina School of Medicine graduate since 2020, he brings 6+ years of experience. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that aff...

1 of 26 Otolaryngology providers in NCSee all Otolaryngology in Hickory6+ years experienceNPI since 2020

Older · 334dNPPES updated 2025-06-24 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at North Carolina Medical Board

Contact & Location

Practice Location

304 10th Ave Ne, Hickory, NC 28601-3883

CMS Clinical Data

How Does This Doctor Compare?

Opioid Rx

↓ Lower = better

19.3%

North Carolina avg: 4.9 · US avg: 5.1

Lower than most doctors nationally(+14.2 pts)

19.3% of this doctor's prescriptions are opioid pain medications. Lower means more cautious prescribing.

Prescription Recipients

60

Patients prescribed

Prescriptions Written

114

Total claims

Total Medicare drug cost: $2k

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2020

    University of South Carolina School of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Jun 23, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 6 years in practice

    Established

OtolaryngologyAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for patients with diseases and disorders that affect the ears, nose, throat, the respiratory and upper alimentary systems and related structures of the head and neck. An otolaryngologist diagnoses and provides medical and/or surgical therapy or prevention of diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders and/or injuries of the ears, nose, sinuses, throat, respiratory and upper alimentary systems, face, jaws and the other head and neck systems. Head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery and the treatment of disorders of hearing and voice are fundamental areas of expertise.

Taxonomy: 207Y00000X

Education & Training

University of South Carolina School of Medicine (Class of 2020)

Virtual Otolaryngology Care With John Wallace Behnke

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with John Wallace Behnke for follow-ups, medication reviews, and ongoing care — no travel to Hickory required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes. Medicare enrolled per CMS records.

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Common questions about John Wallace Behnke

Dr. Behnke is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Hickory, NC. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (828) 322-2183.

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