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14 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bender, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Nicole Bender, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Bender is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bender’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bender’s office at (213) 284-3376.
Is Dr. Bender board certified as an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Bender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Bender speak?
Dr. Bender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Bender typically treat?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), 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:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- First-time Birth Control Pill Prescription
- First-time Prescription for Other Birth Control
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
- Initial oral contraceptive prescription
- Starting birth control pills
- New birth control pill order
- Initial prescription for alternative contraception
- Starting non-pill/shot/patch birth control
- New prescription for other contraceptive methods
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
- Z30011: Encounter for initial prescription of contraceptive pills
- Z30018: Encounter for initial prescription of other contraceptives
Also known as:
- Unwanted Pregnancy Issues
- Unplanned pregnancy concerns
- Crisis pregnancy
- Difficult pregnancy decision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z640: Problems related to unwanted pregnancy
Also known as:
- Sexually Transmitted Infection (STI) Screening
- Screening for Other Infectious Disease
- Health Screening
- STD screening
- Sexual health check
- Venereal disease test
- General Infectious Disease Screening
- Miscellaneous Infection Test
- Parasitic Disease Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z113: Encounter for screening for infections with a predominantly sexual mode of transmission
- Z118: Encounter for screening for other infectious and parasitic diseases
Also known as:
- Birth Control Implant Prescription
- Birth Control
- Contraceptive Implant
- Nexplanon Prescription
- Subdermal Implant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30017: Encounter for initial prescription of implantable subdermal contraceptive
What procedures does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) like Dr. Bender typically perform?
As an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Drug Delivery Implant Insertion
- Medication Implant Placement
- Bioresorbable Drug Implant
- Contraceptive Implant Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 11981: Insertion, drug-delivery implant (ie, bioresorbable, biodegradable, non-biodegradable)
Also known as:
- Fetal Heart Monitoring Interpretation
- Fetal Non-Stress Test
- Nonstress Test
- Labor Fetal Monitoring Review
- Baby Heartbeat Monitoring Analysis
- Consulting Fetal Monitoring
- Nonstress Test (NST)
- Fetal Heart Rate Monitoring
- NST for Pregnancy
- Baby Heartbeat Test
CPT Codes:
- 59051: Fetal monitoring during labor by consulting physician (ie, non-attending physician) with written report; interpretation only
- 59025: Fetal non-stress test
Also known as:
- Postpartum D&C
- Cervical Softening and Opening
- Post-delivery Curettage
- Dilation and Curettage (Postpartum)
- Uterine Scraping (After Birth)
- Cervical Dilation
- Laminaria Insertion
- Prostaglandin Cervical Ripening
CPT Codes:
- 59160: Curettage, postpartum
- 59200: Insertion of cervical dilator (eg, laminaria, prostaglandin) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Vein Needle or Catheter Insertion
- Venipuncture
- IV Insertion
- Intravenous Access
- Catheter Placement Vein
CPT Codes:
- 36000: Introduction of needle or intracatheter, vein
Does Dr. Bender accept my insurance?
Dr. Bender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (213) 284-3376 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bender accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Bender in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Inland Empire
Kaiser Permanente
Monarch HealthCare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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 1730225418.
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. Nicole Bender's specialty?
Dr. Bender is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Los Angeles, CA.
What does an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life.
Is this Dr. Nicole Bender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bender is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Los Angeles General 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 Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nicole Bender accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicole Bender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicole Bender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (213) 284-3376 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicole Bender?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (213) 284-3376 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nicole Bender have?
Dr. Nicole Bender is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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