Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Matthew Bender
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program · Hospitalist Physician · San Diego, CA
- NPI 1154716454
- Accepts Medicare
- 11 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 921039000
(800) 926-8273 - Additional location
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1215 Lee St, Box 800744
Charlottesville, VA 229080816
(434) 924-1931
fax (434) 243-5770 - Additional location
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78 Medical Center Dr
Fishersville, VA 22939
(540) 932-4075
fax (540) 932-5199 - Mailing address
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Po Box 232410
San Diego, CA 921932410
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 18, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2015 — 11 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- California #179187 · Virginia #0101264650
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1154716454. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
478
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$57,778
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 106 | 106 | $252 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 92 | 90 | $5 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 88 | 87 | $100 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 86 | 86 | $89 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 40 | 39 | $134 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 31 | 30 | $100 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 20 | 20 | $138 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 15 | 15 | $189 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 31 peers in San Diego Gastroenterology Physician, average services per provider: 52. This provider delivers 9.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
247
Patients
195
Total drug cost
$7,851
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 91 | 88 | $1,450 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,Mag Sulfates) | Brand | 63 | 61 | $4,751 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 46 | 18 | $703 |
| Peg-3350 and Electrolytes (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,Bicarb,Cl/Kcl) | Brand | 29 | 28 | $508 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 18 | 0 | $439 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Matthew Bender's medical specialty?
Dr. Matthew Bender practices Gastroenterology Physician in San Diego, CA.
Where does Dr. Matthew Bender practice?
Dr. Matthew Bender practices at 200 W Arbor Dr, San Diego, CA 921039000. Office phone: 8009268273.
What is Dr. Matthew Bender's NPI?
Dr. Matthew Bender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154716454, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Matthew Bender accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Matthew Bender accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Matthew Bender commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.