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Dr. Christine Bender, MD

Dr. Christine Bender, MD

Pediatrician

Avon, IN

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bender, Pediatrician in Avon, IN?

    Dr. Christine Bender, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Avon, IN. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Bender graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Wm N Wishard Mem Hosp, Pediatrics. Dr. Bender is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bender’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bender’s office at (317) 272-7337.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bender?

    Dr. Christine Bender, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bender empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Avon, IN community, Dr. Bender is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Bender go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wm N Wishard Mem Hosp, Pediatrics | Ind U Hosp-Riley Hosp | Riley Hospital for Children | William Beaumont Hospital Program

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Bender board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Bender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics , American Board of Dermatology

    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 Pediatrician like Dr. Bender typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Combined Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • Combined ADHD
    • Typical ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Global Developmental Delay Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Comprehensive Developmental Screening
    • Milestone Delay Screening
    • Overall Child Development Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1342: Encounter for screening for global developmental delays (milestones)

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Bender typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Bender accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 272-7337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bender accept in Avon, IN?

    Dr. Bender in Avon, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Cigna

    • Harvard Pilgrim

    • Oscar

    • Oxford Health Plans

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Bender's office located?

    Dr. Christine Bender's Primary Practice

    8244 E US Highway 36 Ste 210

    Avon, IN 46123

    (317) 272-7337

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    What is Dr. Bender's NPI number?A 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 1891780847.

    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. Christine Bender's specialty?

    Dr. Bender is a Pediatrician near Avon, IN.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Christine Bender affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bender is affiliated with Hendricks Regional Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Christine Bender accepting new patients in Avon, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Christine Bender is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Christine Bender offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (317) 272-7337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Christine Bender?

    Please contact Dr. Bender's office at (317) 272-7337 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bender's office located?

    Dr. Bender's office is located in Avon, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Christine Bender have?

    Dr. Christine Bender is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics and American Board of Dermatology.