Jay Bender, M.D.
NPI 1346242278 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Denton, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jay Bender, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Denton, TX (NPI 1346242278).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1346242278
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- J3986 (TX)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,146 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 242 | $63 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 228 | $38 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 188 | $87 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 160 | $106 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 119 | $45 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 52 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 7 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 269 | 143 |
| Diazepam | 87 | 81 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 46 | 42 |
| Amoxicillin | 30 | 19 |
| Acetaminophen With Codeinebrand: Acetaminophen-Codeine | 28 | 28 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | 26 | 24 |
| Cephalexin | 11 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$766 across 20 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-08-11
- Last updated
- 2016-02-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jay Bender's NPI number?
- Jay Bender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1346242278, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jay Bender's specialty?
- Jay Bender is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jay Bender located?
- Jay Bender's practice location on file with NPPES is 2900 N Interstate 35 Ste 200, Denton, TX 76201-5144.
- What is Jay Bender's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jay Bender is (940) 323-3400.
- Does Jay Bender accept Medicare?
- Jay Bender is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jay Bender's NPI active?
- Yes — Jay Bender's NPI (1346242278) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-02-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.