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Who is Dr. Bendorf, Specialist in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Eric Bendorf, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Bendorf graduated from Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University and completed his residency at Mercy Cath Med Ctr Inc, General Surgery. Dr. Bendorf is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bendorf’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bendorf’s office at (712) 396-4320.
Where did Dr. Bendorf go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Cath Med Ctr Inc, General Surgery | Mercy Catheterization Med Center Inc | MERCY CATHETERIZATION MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: University of Ne Coll of Med, Omaha Ne | Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine at Quinnipiac University | University of Nebraska College of Medicine
Is Dr. Bendorf board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Eric Bendorf, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Bendorf speak?
Dr. Bendorf and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Bendorf typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Bendorf 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. Bendorf. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Bendorf typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Bendorf 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. Bendorf. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Bendorf accept my insurance?
Dr. Bendorf accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 396-4320 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bendorf accept in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Bendorf in Council Bluffs, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Bendorf's office located?
Dr. Eric Bendorf's Primary Practice
201 Ridge St Ste 214
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
(712) 396-4320
What is Dr. Bendorf's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bendorf's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558447169.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bendorf?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bendorf
What is Dr. Eric Bendorf's specialty?
Dr. Bendorf is a Specialist near Council Bluffs, IA.
Is this Dr. Eric Bendorf affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bendorf is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, Nebraska Medical Center 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
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Is Eric Bendorf accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?
Yes, Dr. Eric Bendorf is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Eric Bendorf offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bendorf's office at (712) 396-4320 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Eric Bendorf?
Please contact Dr. Bendorf's office at (712) 396-4320 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Eric Bendorf have?
Dr. Eric Bendorf is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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