Summary

Dr. Matthew Bender is a gastroenterologist who specializes in diagnosing and treating conditions of the digestive system. He earned his medical degree from the University of Kentucky College of Medicine and brings 11 years of experience to his practice. Dr. Bender communicates with patients in English.

Dr. Bender focuses on treating cancers of the colon, chronic liver disease, and esophageal conditions. He performs colonoscopy procedures to screen for colon cancer and other intestinal problems. Dr. Bender also conducts upper and lower GI endoscopy procedures to examine the digestive tract and diagnose various gastrointestinal conditions.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • 43 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine
  • 2 specialties
  • 3 areas of expertise
  • 3 board certifications
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

CLOSED

9350 Campus Point DrLa Jolla, CA 92037

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11 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
La Jolla , CALittle Rock , ARSACRAMENTO , CASACRAMENTO , CA
Med School: University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine Med School: Chamberlain University College of Nursing Med School: East Tennessee State University - Quillen College of Medicine Med School: Emory University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Matthew Bender

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Brand New Day
  • Brand New Day - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Community Health Group
  • Empire Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Imperial Health Plan of California
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Magellan Health
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Positive Health Care - PPO
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Sharp Health Plan
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford

Medical Specialties

Matthew Bender has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Matthew Bender has the following 3 areas of expertise

  • Gastroenterologist
  • Hospitalist
  • Internal Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Matthew Bender holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Kentucky College Of Medicine in 2015.

NPI Number

Matthew Bender's NPI number is 1154716454.

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Matthew Bender speaks English.
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