Summary

Dr. Richard Wender is a family medicine physician who brings nearly five decades of medical expertise to his practice. He earned his medical degree from the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine and completed his residency at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in 1982. With 47 years of dedicated service in healthcare, Dr. Wender has built extensive experience caring for patients across all age groups. He is fluent in both Spanish and English, enabling him to serve diverse communities throughout Philadelphia.

Dr. Wender practices at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He specializes in managing high blood pressure conditions, including hypertensive emergencies and pediatric hypertension cases. His practice also focuses on preventive care services such as birth control counseling and Alzheimer's testing. Patients have given Dr. Wender an average rating of 4.3 out of 5, reflecting their confidence in his compassionate and comprehensive approach to family healthcare.
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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 47 years of experience
  • 30 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Thomas Jefferson University Hospital
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Richard Wender

3737 Market StPhiladelphia, PA 19104

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Insurance Plans Accepted by Richard Wender

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Centivo
  • Cigna Healthcare
  • Claim Watcher (Homestead/INDECs)
  • Clover Health
  • Devoted Health Plan
  • Geisinger Health Plan
  • Global Medical Management
  • HealthAmerica / HealthAssurance a Coventry Plan
  • HealthSpring (formerly Cigna)
  • Highmark Blue Shield
  • Highmark Wholecare (formerly Gateway Health)
  • Horizon BC/BS of NJ
  • Humana Medicare
  • Humana Military (Tricare/Health Net Federal Services)
  • Imagine Health (Imagine Health 360)
  • Independence Blue Cross (IBC)
  • Jefferson Health Plans/Health Partners
  • Keystone First Health Plan
  • Medicaid - Pennsylvania
  • Medicare - Pennsylvania
  • Oscar Health Plan of PA
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • PA Health & Wellness
  • Perennial Advantage
  • Preferred Health Care/Eliance
  • Provider Partners Health Plan
  • QualCare
  • Railroad Medicare/Palmetto GBA
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Richard Wender has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Richard Wender has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

47 Years Experience

Richard Wender 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 Thomas Jefferson University Hospital in 1982.

Medical School

Graduated from University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine in 1979.

NPI Number

Richard Wender's NPI number is 1093734410.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Richard Wender accept my insurance?
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Where is Richard Wender's office located?
Richard Wender's office is located at 3737 Market St, Philadelphia, PA, 19104.
Which hospitals is Richard Wender affiliated with?
Richard Wender is affiliated with Penn Presbyterian Medical Center and Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania.

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