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DR. RICCI LEE BENDER MD
NPI 1063945665
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Duluth, MN

Active since April 10, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
502 E 2ND ST, DULUTH, MN 55805(218) 786-8364 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 19, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 19, 2021, Oct 29, 2019, Apr 10, 2017 (3 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Ricci Lee Bender Md NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. RICCI LEE BENDER MD (NPI 1063945665) is an individual psychiatry provider in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (69478) and active in the NPI registry since April 2017. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health Duluth, and is a graduate of University Of Minnesota Medical School (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1063945665
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameDR. RICCI LEE BENDERCredential: MD
Location Address502 E 2ND STDuluth, MN 55805-1913
Mailing Address400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805-1951 · (218) 786-8364
Phone(218) 786-8364
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateApril 10, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 19, 20213 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 19, 2021
✔ NPI 1063945665 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
Licenses✔ Licensed in MN · 69478✔ Licensed in CT · 63713
Definition
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X
502 E 2ND ST, Duluth, MN 55805
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Sanford Health Plan, Security Health Plan.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Ricci Lee Bender Md is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID6800160250
PECOS Enrollment IDI20210730003164
Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
83 services26 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.
81 services13 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215
This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.
21 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Essentia Health Duluth

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240019
Location502 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55805 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$168.28 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $42.07 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$69.74 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $17.43 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

JAMIE R SMITH OTR
Occupational Therapist
502 E 2ND ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 727-8762
STEPHANIE JO ANDERSON PHARMD
Pharmacist
502 E 2ND ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
LUIZ FERNANDO LEONAVICIUS GUIMARAES FRANCO M.D.
Internal Medicine (Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism)
502 E 2ND ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
SMDC MEDICAL CENTER
General Acute Care Hospital
502 E 2ND ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 727-8762
ROBIN JOY ANDERSON
Psychologist
502 E 2ND ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 727-8762
NORLENE ANN BLESKACEK
Physical Therapist
502 E 2ND ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 727-8762
SARA LYNN JUNGE SLP
Speech-Language Pathologist
502 E 2ND ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-2848
THOMAS JOHN JENSEN
Social Worker
502 E 2ND ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-5944

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Ricci Bender's NPI number?

The NPI number for Ricci Bender is 1063945665. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 10, 2017.

Where is Ricci Bender located?

Ricci Bender practices at 502 E 2nd St, Duluth, MN 55805. The listed phone number is (218) 786-8364.

What is Ricci Bender's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Psychiatry & Neurology, specializing in Psychiatry, with taxonomy code 2084P0800X.

Is Ricci Bender enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Ricci Bender is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Ricci Bender accept?

Health plans from Sanford Health Plan and Security Health Plan list Ricci Bender as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Ricci Bender affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Ricci Bender is affiliated with Essentia Health Duluth.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Ricci Bender was last updated on July 19, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.