Summary

Dr. Bender graduated from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School in 1981. She works in Pittsburgh, PA and 3 other locations and specializes in Nephrology. Dr. Bender is affiliated with Upmc Mckeesport.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 45 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Shadyside Hospital
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Filitsa H Bender has 5 locations

Select Specialty Hospital Pittsburgh Upmc

200 Lothrop St Fl 8Pittsburgh, PA 15213

Dialysis Clinic Inc Oakland

3260 5th AvePittsburgh, PA 15213
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Magee Womens Hospital

300 Halket StPittsburgh, PA 15213

Upmc Presbyterian

200 Lothrop St Rm F677Pittsburgh, PA 15213

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NephrologyNephrologyNephrologyNurse Practitioner
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45 Years of Experience 28 Years of Experience 5 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Pittsburgh , PAPittsburgh , PARochester , NYPittsburgh , PA
Med School: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki Medical School Med School: Suny Downstate Medical Center College Of Medicine Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Filitsa H Bender

  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Empire Plan
  • Empire Plan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Gateway Health
  • Gateway Health - Medicare
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • UPMC Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Filitsa H Bender has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Filitsa H Bender has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
  • Chronic Renal Disease
  • Dialysis
  • End Stage Renal Disease (ESRD)
  • Hemodialysis
  • Kidney Biopsy
  • Urinalysis

Certifications, License, & Education

45 Years Experience

Dr. Filitsa H Bender holds an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Pennsylvania that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Shadyside Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki Medical School in 1981.

NPI Number

Dr. Bender's NPI number is 1851458418.

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What languages does Dr. Filitsa Bender speak?
Dr. Filitsa Bender speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Filitsa Bender's office located?
Dr. Filitsa Bender's office is located at 200 Lothrop St Fl 8, Pittsburgh, PA, 15213.
Does Dr. Filitsa Bender accept my insurance?
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