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JAMES BENDER M.D.
NPI 1598925935
Psychiatry & Neurology - Psychiatry in Hershey, PA

Active since June 10, 2008PECOS Enrolled
500 UNIVERSITY DR, HERSHEY, PA 17033(717) 531-8521 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: June 10, 2008. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About James Bender M.d. NPPES

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

JAMES BENDER M.D. (NPI 1598925935) is an individual psychiatry provider in Hershey, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MT193513) and active in the NPI registry since June 2008. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Grand View Health, and is a graduate of Other (2008).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1598925935
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy2084P0800X
Provider Legal NameJAMES BENDERCredential: M.D.
Location Address500 UNIVERSITY DRHershey, PA 17033-2360
Mailing Address500 University DrHershey, PA 17033-2360 · (717) 531-8521
Phone(717) 531-8521
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2008
Enumeration DateJune 10, 2008
✔ NPI 1598925935 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyPsychiatry & Neurology · PsychiatryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code2084P0800X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MT193513
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.
500 UNIVERSITY DR, Hershey, PA 17033
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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 (PECOS)

James Bender M.d. is registered in the CMS Provider Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System (PECOS).

PECOS PAC ID3476856105
PECOS Enrollment IDI20160129000545
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 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 low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213
This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.
47 services24 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.
28 services18 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
20 services14 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.
20 services14 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Grand View Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Sellersville, PA
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390057
Location700 Lawn AvenueSellersville, PA 18960 · Bucks County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 17033 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.

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.

MR. DANIEL MICHAEL WEISS I PA-C
Physician Assistant
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-7299
NICOLE SWALLOW M.D.
Internal Medicine
500 UNIVERSITY DR, H088
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-1692
NEERAV GOYAL M.D.
Otolaryngology
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8521
KARIMA C FITZGERALD M.D.
Surgery (Trauma Surgery)
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8887
DR. ANTHONY SIMON BONAVIA M.D.
Anesthesiology (Critical Care Medicine)
500 UNIVERSITY DR, BOX 3951, DAVISON BLDG, TRENT DRIVE
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8521
DR. HIROKO SHIKE MD
Pathology (Clinical Pathology/Laboratory Medicine)
500 UNIVERSITY DR, HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8615
MARIUM TARIQ M.D.
Family Medicine
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (717) 531-8521
KANTHI BANGALORE KRISHNA MBBS
Pediatrics (Pediatric Endocrinology)
500 UNIVERSITY DR
HERSHEY, PA 17033
Dauphin County (800) 243-1455

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 James Bender's NPI number?

The NPI number for James Bender is 1598925935. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 10, 2008.

Where is James Bender located?

James Bender practices at 500 University Dr, Hershey, PA 17033. The listed phone number is (717) 531-8521.

What is James Bender's specialty?

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

Is James Bender enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. James Bender is registered in the Medicare PECOS enrollment system.

Is James Bender affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, James Bender is affiliated with Grand View Health.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for James Bender was last updated on June 10, 2008. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 18 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.