Summary

Dr. Frank Bender is an orthopedic surgeon who also specializes in physical medicine and rehabilitation, along with pain medicine. He earned his medical degree from the Medical College of Wisconsin and completed his residency at St Francis Medical Center. With 36 years of experience in practice, Dr. Bender brings extensive expertise to treating musculoskeletal conditions and pain management. He is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Dr. Bender practices at multiple locations throughout Illinois and Missouri, including Springfield, Jacksonville, Litchfield, and Saint Louis, with a primary affiliation at Jacksonville Memorial Hospital. His clinical focus includes treating back pain in various patient populations, from pregnant women to children and teenagers. He performs lumbar epidural steroid injections and incorporates physical therapy and strength training into patient treatment plans. Patients have given Dr. Bender an average rating of 4.7 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.7
  • 36 years of experience
  • 42 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • St Francis Medical Center
  • 15 written reviews
  • 3 specialties
  • 5 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Frank Joseph Bender has 4 locations

Orthopedic Center Of Illinois

1301 S Koke Mill RdSpringfield, IL 62711
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
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Jacksonville Memorial Hospital

1600 W Walnut StJacksonville, IL 62650
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Orthopedic Associates

1050 Old Des Peres Rd Ste 100Saint Louis, MO 63131

Orthopedic Center Of Illinois

725 Saint Francis Way Bldg 1Litchfield, IL 62056
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

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Dr. Frank Joseph Bender, MDDr. Dane Jack Church, MDDr. Paul Danielsky, MDDr. Christopher Mark Graves, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
4.6 
36 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Chinese, Spanish, French, English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Springfield , ILJacksonville , ILOak Lawn , ILOmaha , NE
Med School: Medical College Of Wisconsin Med School: Virginia Commonwealth University School Of Medicine Med School: University of Michigan
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Frank Joseph Bender

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicare
  • Assurant Health
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - HMO
  • Health Alliance - Medicare
  • Health Alliance - POS
  • Health Alliance - PPO
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - HMO
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Humana - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Frank Joseph Bender has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Frank Joseph Bender has the following 5 areas of expertise

  • Acute Pain
  • Cancer Pain
  • Chronic Pain
  • Pain Medicine
  • Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation

Certifications, License, & Education

36 Years Experience

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Residency

St Francis Medical Center

Medical School

Medical College Of WisconsinGraduated in 1990

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make an appointment with Dr. Frank Bender?
You can find contact information for Dr. Frank Bender here on Vitals.
Is Dr. Frank Bender accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Frank Bender's office located?
Dr. Frank Bender's office is located at 1301 S Koke Mill Rd, Springfield, IL, 62711.
Does Dr. Frank Bender accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Frank Bender has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Does Dr. Frank Bender accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Frank Bender accepts on their Vitals profile.

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