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DR. BLAKE BENDER OD
NPI 1659063642
Optometrist in Colorado Springs, CO

Active since May 25, 2023PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2857 E FOUNTAIN BLVD, COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910(719) 329-1221 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 25, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Blake Bender Od NPPES

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

DR. BLAKE BENDER OD (NPI 1659063642) is an individual optometrist in Colorado Springs, Colorado, licensed in Colorado (OPT.0003920) and active in the NPI registry since May 2023. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS and is a graduate of Other (2023).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1659063642
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy152W00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BLAKE BENDERCredential: OD
Location Address2857 E FOUNTAIN BLVDColorado Springs, CO 80910-2312
Mailing Address3837 Westmeadow Dr Apt 202Colorado Springs, CO 80906-5045
Phone(719) 329-1221
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2023
Enumeration DateMay 25, 2023
NPPES CertifiedMay 25, 2023
✔ NPI 1659063642 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyOptometristEye and Vision Services Providers
Taxonomy Code152W00000X
License✔ Licensed in CO · OPT.0003920
Definition
Doctors of optometry (ODs) are the primary health care professionals for the eye. Optometrists examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identify related systemic conditions affecting the eye. An optometrist has completed pre-professional undergraduate education in a college or university and four years of professional education at a college of optometry, leading to the doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree. Some optometrists complete an optional residency in a specific area of practice. Optometrists are eye health care professionals state-licensed to diagnose and treat diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system.
2857 E FOUNTAIN BLVD, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and more.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. Blake Bender Od 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 ID547766610
PECOS Enrollment IDI20250929003495
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.

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 80910 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
$132.55 typical visit price
range $58.06 – $174.82
Typical copayment $33.13 (range $14.51 – $43.70)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$72.20 typical visit price
range $18.88 – $142.79
Typical copayment $18.05 (range $4.72 – $35.69)
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 5

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

AMANDA SUE WALLS O.D.
Optometrist (Pediatrics)
2857 E FOUNTAIN BLVD
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910
El Paso County (719) 329-1221
YOUR CHILDS EYES LLC
Optometrist
2857 E FOUNTAIN BLVD
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910
El Paso County (719) 329-1221
MICHAEL G PHARRIS JR. OD
Optometrist (Pediatrics)
2857 E FOUNTAIN BLVD
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910
El Paso County (719) 329-1221
YOUR CHILDS EYES LLC
Optometrist
2857 E FOUNTAIN BLVD
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910
El Paso County (719) 329-1221
DR. LAURIE L THOMPSON O.D.
Optometrist
2857 E FOUNTAIN BLVD
COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80910
El Paso County (719) 329-1221

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 Blake Bender's NPI number?

The NPI number for Blake Bender is 1659063642. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 25, 2023.

Where is Blake Bender located?

Blake Bender practices at 2857 E Fountain Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80910. The listed phone number is (719) 329-1221.

What is Blake Bender's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Optometrist with taxonomy code 152W00000X.

Is Blake Bender enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Blake 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 Blake Bender accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Wyoming, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Montana, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Oklahoma and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas and 1 other insurer list Blake 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.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Blake Bender was last updated on May 25, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 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.