Expertise in
3
conditions

Dr. William S. Benko

Pediatric Neurology | Pediatrics
2516 Stockton Blvd, Ste 384, 
Sacramento, CA 
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Expertise in
3
conditions
2516 Stockton Blvd, Ste 384, 
Sacramento, CA 

Overview

William Benko is a Pediatric Neurologist and a Pediatrics provider practicing medicine in Sacramento, California.

Dr. Benko is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Leukodystrophy, Microcephaly, CACH Syndrome, and Seizures.

Dr. Benko is board certified in Psychiatry & Neurology CSQ In Child Neurology. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 9 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Benko is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Pediatric Neurology
Pediatrics

Licenses

Neurology with Special Qualifications in Neurology in CA

Board Certifications

Psychiatry & Neurology CSQ In Child Neurology

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

Insurance

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Aetna
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UnitedHealthcare
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Wellcare
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Western Health Advantage
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Locations

UC Davis Medical Center - Dept of Pediatrics
2516 Stockton Blvd, Ste 384, Sacramento, CA 95617

Additional Areas of Focus

Dr. Benko has provided the following conditions as areas of focus. Please note that we may not have enough data to validate their experience in some of these conditions.

Allan-Herndon-Dudley Syndrome

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

9 Total Publications

Risk of Seizures and Epilepsy in the Leukodystrophies.
Risk of Seizures and Epilepsy in the Leukodystrophies.
Journal: Pediatric neurology
Published: August 18, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. William S. Benko

How do I make an appointment with Dr. William S. Benko?

You can book an appointment with Dr. William S. Benko by calling their office at 916-734-7098. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. William S. Benko a top-rated expert for Leukodystrophy?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. William S. Benko is classified as an Advanced expert for Leukodystrophy, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. William S. Benko specialize in?

While Dr. William S. Benko is a Pediatric Neurology, they have specific expertise in Leukodystrophy, Microcephaly, and CACH Syndrome. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Pediatric Neurology.

Does Dr. William S. Benko participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. William S. Benko has published 9 articles and abstracts on conditions like Leukodystrophy. You can view a list of Dr. William S. Benko's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. William S. Benko accept my insurance?

Dr. William S. Benko accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 916-734-7098 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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