Summary

Dr. Robert Bender is a cardiovascular disease specialist with additional expertise in critical care medicine. He earned his medical degree from Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences College of Osteopathic Medicine and brings 43 years of clinical experience to his practice. Dr. Bender is fluent in English.

Dr. Bender practices at Central Maine Medical Center and maintains affiliations with several regional facilities in Lewiston and Rumford, Maine. His cardiovascular expertise includes treating high cholesterol and hypertension in patients of all ages, including children and teens. He performs diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms and electrocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients have given Dr. Bender an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.5
  • 43 years of experience
  • 18 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med
  • 2 specialties
  • 1 area of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Robert Bender has 4 locations

Central Maine Heart Associates At Cmmc

60 High StLewiston, ME 04240
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

Central Maine Medical Center

300 Main StLewiston, ME 04240

Rumford Hospital

420 Franklin StRumford, ME 04276

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Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseNurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
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4.5 
43 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Lewiston , MECambridge , MALewiston , MELewiston , ME
Med School: Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med Med School: University of Toledo Medical School
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Robert Bender

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Health Options
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Humana
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Robert Bender has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Robert Bender has the following area of expertise

  • Critical Care Medicine

Certifications, License, & Education

43 Years Experience

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Oklahoma State Univ Center For Health Sciences College Of Osteopathic Med in 1983.

NPI Number

Dr. Bender's NPI number is 1063476521.

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Which hospitals is Dr. Robert Bender affiliated with?
Dr. Robert Bender is affiliated with Central Maine Medical Center.
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What languages does Dr. Robert Bender speak?
Dr. Robert Bender speaks English.

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