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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bender, Epilepsy Specialist in Boston, MA?
Dr. Alex Bender, MD, PHD is an Epilepsy Specialist, who primarily practices in Boston, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Bender is currently affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Bender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bender’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bender’s office at (617) 726-2000.
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 Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Bender typically treat?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, 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:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does an Epilepsy Specialist like Dr. Bender typically perform?
As an Epilepsy Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Alex Bender may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
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 (617) 726-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bender accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Bender in Boston, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bender's office located?
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 1528556446.
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. Alex Bender's specialty?
Dr. Bender is a Epilepsy Specialist near Boston, MA.
What does an Epilepsy Specialist do?
Epilepsy is a subspecialty of neurology dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of patients with various forms of epilepsy, including new-onset epilepsy, medically refractory epilepsy, psychogenic nonepileptic seizures, and epilepsy in special populations such as the elderly, women, and individuals with co-morbidities. This multidisciplinary field offers comprehensive care tailored to the specific needs of each patient.
Is this Dr. Alex Bender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bender is affiliated with Massachusetts General Hospital, Southern New Hampshire 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
When to see an Epilepsy Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Alex Bender accepting new patients in Boston, MA?
Yes, Dr. Alex Bender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Bender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (617) 726-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Bender?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (617) 726-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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