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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bender, Cardiologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Aron Bender, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Bender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bender’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bender’s office at (206) 520-5000.
What languages does Dr. Bender speak?
Dr. Bender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Sick Sinus Syndrome
- Complete Heart Block
- Arrhythmia
- Sick sinus syndrome
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Sinus Node Dysfunction
- Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
- SSS
- Complete AV Block
- Third-Degree Heart Block
- Persistent atrial fibrillation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I495: Sick sinus syndrome
- I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
- I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Having a Pacemaker
- Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
- Heart pacemaker
- Artificial pacemaker
- Implanted heart device
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Bender typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, 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:
- Dual-Chamber Pacemaker Insertion
- Permanent Pacemaker Placement
- Atrial and Ventricular Pacemaker
- Heart Rhythm Device Implantation
CPT Codes:
- 33208: Insertion of new or replacement of permanent pacemaker with transvenous electrode(s); atrial and ventricular
Also known as:
- Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- ICD insertion
- Permanent defibrillator implant
- Heart defibrillator replacement
- Transvenous defibrillator system
CPT Codes:
- 33249: Insertion or replacement of permanent implantable defibrillator system, with transvenous lead(s), single or dual chamber
Also known as:
- Left Ventricle Pacing Lead Insertion
- Cardiac Pacing Electrode Placement
- LV Lead Insertion
- Pacemaker Upgrade Lead
CPT Codes:
- 33225: Insertion of pacing electrode, cardiac venous system, for left ventricular pacing, at time of insertion of implantable defibrillator or pacemaker pulse generator (eg, for upgrade to dual chamber system) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Vein X-ray Injection (Extremity)
- X-Rays
- Extremity Venography
- Venogram Injection
- Vein Imaging Injection
- Contrast Injection for Vein X-ray
CPT Codes:
- 36005: Injection procedure for extremity venography (including introduction of needle or intracatheter)
Also known as:
- Dual Lead Pacemaker Wire Removal
- Pacemaker Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- Pacemaker Wire Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33235: Removal of transvenous pacemaker electrode(s); dual lead system
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Implantable Defibrillator Placement
- S-ICD System Insertion
- Under-Skin Defibrillator Implant
- Permanent Subcutaneous Defibrillator Replacement
CPT Codes:
- 33270: Insertion or replacement of permanent subcutaneous implantable defibrillator system, with subcutaneous electrode, including defibrillation threshold evaluation, induction of arrhythmia, evaluation of sensing for arrhythmia termination, and programming or reprogramming of sensing or therapeutic parameters, when performed
Also known as:
- Removal of Defibrillator Wires (Transvenous)
- Implantable Defibrillator Lead Extraction
- Transvenous Electrode Removal
- ICD Lead Removal
- Heart Device Lead Removal
CPT Codes:
- 33244: Removal of single or dual chamber implantable defibrillator electrode(s); by transvenous extraction
Does Dr. Bender accept my insurance?
Dr. Bender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bender accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Bender in Seattle, WA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicaid
Medicare
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 1629412895.
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. Aron Bender's specialty?
Dr. Bender is a Cardiologist near Seattle, WA.
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. Aron Bender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bender is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Los Angeles General Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica 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 Aron Bender accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Aron Bender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aron Bender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aron Bender?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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