31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Bender, Pain Medicine Specialist in Missoula, MT?
Dr. Brett Bender, MD is a Pain Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Missoula, MT. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Bender graduated from Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine and completed his residency at Akron City Hospital. Dr. Bender is fluent in English, 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 (406) 541-0032.
Where did Dr. Bender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Akron City Hospital | Summa Health System/NEOMED Program
Medical School: Southern Illinois University At Edwardsville | Southern Illinois Univ School of Medicine
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 Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bender typically treat?
As a Pain Medicine 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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Chronic Migraine without Aura
- Migraine
- Transformed migraine
- Daily chronic headache
- Persistent migraine
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43709: Chronic migraine without aura, not intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Head and Neck Muscle Pain
- Muscle Disorder
- Neck Muscle Ache
- Head Muscle Soreness
- Cervical Myalgia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7912: Myalgia of auxiliary muscles, head and neck
What procedures does a Pain Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bender typically perform?
As a Pain Medicine Specialist, 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:
- Shoulder Arthrography Injection
- Diagnostic Imaging
- Shoulder MRI Injection
- Shoulder CT Injection
- Joint Injection for Imaging
- Contrast Injection for Shoulder Scan
CPT Codes:
- 23350: Injection procedure for shoulder arthrography or enhanced CT/MRI shoulder arthrography
Does Dr. Bender accept my insurance?
Dr. Bender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (406) 541-0032 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bender accept in Missoula, MT?
Dr. Bender in Missoula, MT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Montana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bender's office located?
Dr. Brett Bender's Primary Practice
500 W Broadway St Fl 3
Missoula, MT 59802
(406) 541-0032
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 1558550210.
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. Brett Bender's specialty?
Dr. Bender is a Pain Medicine Specialist near Missoula, MT.
What does a Pain Medicine Specialist do?
Pain medicine is a primary medical specialty centered on a distinct body of knowledge and a defined clinical scope, grounded in science, research, and education. This type of medicine focuses on the study, prevention, evaluation, treatment, and rehabilitation of individuals experiencing pain. A comprehensive evaluation considers physical, psychological, cognitive, and socio-cultural factors contributing to pain. Treatment options include pharmacological, invasive, behavioral, cognitive, rehabilitative and complementary strategies, based on the patient's specific needs. Pain medicine physicians serves as primary care providers for the management of pain or can also act as consultants to other physicians, direct an interdisciplinary/multidisciplinary treatment team, conduct research, or advocate for the patient's pain care with public and private agencies. These physicians work in various settings, including offices, clinics, hospitals, universities, and governmental or public institutions.
Is this Dr. Brett Bender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bender is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bitterroot Health-Daly Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pain Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Brett Bender accepting new patients in Missoula, MT?
Yes, Dr. Brett Bender is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Brett Bender offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (406) 541-0032 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Brett Bender?
Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (406) 541-0032 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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