DR. EDWARD M BENDER MD
NPI 1235241316
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Williamsport, PA

Active since August 31, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
90.27/100
CMS Quality Rating
740 HIGH ST STE 2001, WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701(570) 321-3165 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 24, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 24, 2026, Apr 9, 2025, Nov 5, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

About Dr. Edward M Bender Md NPPES

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

DR. EDWARD M BENDER MD (NPI 1235241316) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Williamsport, Pennsylvania, licensed in Oregon (MD063707L) and active in the NPI registry since August 2006. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Williamsport, and maintains a secondary practice location in Cape Girardeau.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1235241316
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. EDWARD M BENDERCredential: MD
Location Address740 HIGH ST STE 2001Williamsport, PA 17701-3102
Mailing Address1201 Grampian BlvdWilliamsport, PA 17701-1900 · (570) 326-8723
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSWayne State University School Of MedicineGraduated 1980
Enumeration DateAugust 31, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 24, 20264 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 24, 2026
NPI 1235241316 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
Licenses Licensed in OR · MD063707L Licensed in MO · 114090
Definition

A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.

740 HIGH ST STE 2001, Williamsport, PA 17701

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 12112 Silver Campine LnCape Girardeau, MO 63701-1931 · Phone (573) 837-8432

Other Identifiers 5

Other373430MO · Healthlink
Medicaid036070837IL
OtherP00779909MO · Rr Mcr
Medicaid036070837MO
Other604419MO · Bcbs

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Edward M 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 ID2163439449
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250410000507
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 4

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

New patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, 45 minutes or more 99204
This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.
30 services30 patients
Replacement of aortic valve through the skin and femoral artery 33361
This procedure, known as Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR), involves replacing a damaged aortic valve through a small incision in the leg. A catheter is inserted into the femoral artery and guided up to the heart. The new valve is then positioned and deployed, restoring normal blood flow.
20 services20 patients
Coronary artery bypass using artery graft, 1 graft 33533
A coronary artery bypass with one artery graft is a surgical procedure to improve blood flow to your heart. An artery from another part of your body is used to bypass a blocked or narrowed coronary artery. This can help reduce chest pain and risk of heart attack.
12 services12 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Upmc Williamsport

Acute Care Hospitals · Williamsport, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390045
Location700 High StreetWilliamsport, PA 17701 · Lycoming County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17701 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
$166.87 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $41.71 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

90.27/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality92.22
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost66.95

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 19

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

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
740 HIGH ST STE 2001
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701
Physician Assistant
740 HIGH ST STE 2001
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701
Nurse Practitioner
740 HIGH ST STE 2001
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701
Nurse Practitioner
740 HIGH ST STE 2001, SUITE 2001
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
740 HIGH ST STE 2001, SUITE 2001
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701
Nurse Practitioner
740 HIGH ST STE 2001, SUITE 2001
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
740 HIGH ST STE 2001
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701
Surgery (Vascular Surgery)
740 HIGH ST STE 2001
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1235241316, enumerated as an "individual" on August 31, 2006.

The provider is located at 740 HIGH ST STE 2001 WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701 and the phone number is (570) 321-3165.

Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Medicare, Medicaid and Blue Cross Blue Shield. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Edward Bender is affiliated with: UPMC WILLIAMSPORT.