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Dr. Karen Bender, MD

Anesthesiologist, Pediatric Anesthesiologist

Philadelphia, PA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Bender, Anesthesiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Karen Bender, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Bender graduated from University of Florida College of Medicine and completed her residency at Johns Hopkins Hosp, Anesthesiology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Bender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bender’s office at (215) 590-1867.

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

    • Residency: Johns Hopkins Hosp, Anesthesiology; Johns Hopkins Hosp, Pediatrics | Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health Program A

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville | University of Florida College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bender board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Bender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Bender speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bender typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bender 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. Bender. 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:

    • Ventricular Septal Defect
    • Patent Ductus Arteriosus
    • Discordant Ventriculoarterial Connection
    • Narrowing of the Aorta
    • Tetralogy of Fallot
    • Congenital Heart Defects
    • Critical congenital heart disease
    • VSD
    • Hole in the Heart (Ventricles)
    • Congenital Heart Anomaly
    • PDA
    • Open Ductus Arteriosus
    • Heart Connection Problem in Newborns
    • Transposition of the Great Arteries
    • Heart Artery Misconnection
    • Aortic Coarctation
    • CoA
    • Pinched Aorta
    • TOF
    • Blue Baby Syndrome
    • Complex Heart Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q210: Ventricular septal defect
    • Q250: Patent ductus arteriosus
    • Q203: Discordant ventriculoarterial connection
    • Q251: Coarctation of aorta
    • Q213: Tetralogy of Fallot

    Also known as:

    • Sunken Chest
    • Birth Defects
    • Pectus Excavatum
    • Funnel Chest
    • Concave Chest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q676: Pectus excavatum

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Pre-excitation Syndrome
    • Arrhythmia
    • Wolff-Parkinson-White syndrome
    • Wolff-Parkinson-White Syndrome
    • WPW Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I456: Pre-excitation syndrome

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Bender typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Bender 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. Bender. 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:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion for Children
    • Central Line Placement
    • Non-Tunneled Central Catheter
    • Pediatric Central Line

    CPT Codes:

    • 36555: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; younger than 5 years of age

    Does Dr. Bender accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 590-1867 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bender accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Bender in Philadelphia, PA 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation

    • HealthScope

    • Humana

    • State of Florida

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bender's office located?

    Dr. Karen Bender's Primary Practice

    3401 Civic Center Blvd Ste 9329

    Philadelphia, PA 19104

    (215) 590-1867

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    What hospitals are Dr. Bender affiliated with?

    Dr. Bender has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Nemours Childrens Hospital - Florida,Orlando, FL
    Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center,Lakeland, FL

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

    Dr. Bender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730298597.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bender?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Bender's specialty?

    Dr. Bender is an Anesthesiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Karen Bender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Bender is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nemours Childrens Hospital - Florida, Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center. 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

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    Is Dr. Karen Bender accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Bender is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Bender offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (215) 590-1867 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Bender?

    Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (215) 590-1867 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bender's office located?

    Dr. Bender's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Karen Bender have?

    Dr. Karen Bender is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology and American Board of Pediatrics.