Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bender, Cardiologist in Biddeford, ME?
Dr. Robert Bender, DO is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Biddeford, ME with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bender graduated from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at Deborah Hearth & Lung Ctr-Pcom, Cardiovascular Diseases; Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Kennedy Hlth Sys & Our Lady Of, Internal Medicine; Tulsa Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Bender is fluent in English, Chinese, French, Hindi, Italian, Russian, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bender’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bender’s office at (207) 369-1000.
Where did Dr. Bender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Deborah Hearth & Lung Ctr-Pcom, Cardiovascular Diseases; Cooper Hosp/Univ Med Ctr, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Kennedy Hlth Sys & Our Lady Of, Internal Medicine; Tulsa Reg Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Ok State University, Coll of Osteo Med, Tulsa, Ok | Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bender speak?
Dr. Bender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
French
Hindi
Italian
Russian
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Bender typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Bender typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Robert Bender may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Bender's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bender accept my insurance?
Dr. Bender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 369-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bender accept in Biddeford, ME?
Dr. Bender in Biddeford, ME 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
Humana
Martin's Point Health Care
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bender's office located?
Dr. Robert Bender's Primary Practice
9 Healthcare Dr Ste 105
Biddeford, ME 04005
(207) 369-1000
What is Dr. Bender's NPI number?An 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 1063476521.
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. Robert Bender's specialty?
Dr. Bender is a Cardiologist near Biddeford, ME.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Robert Bender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bender is affiliated with Mainehealth Maine Medical Center Portland, Central Maine Medical Center, Mid Coast Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They 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 Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Robert Bender accepting new patients in Biddeford, ME?
Yes, Dr. Robert Bender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Bender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (207) 369-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Bender?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (207) 369-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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