Thomas Bender, MD
NPI 1649266792 · Dermatology Physician · Mobile, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Thomas Bender, MD is a Dermatology Physician provider in Mobile, AL (NPI 1649266792).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649266792
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- ME89393 (FL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
3 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
11,923 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 5,860 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 1,383 | $50 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,347 | $84 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Placement of Radiation Therapy FieldsG6001 | 563 | $161 |
| Obtaining Data Needed to Develop the Optimal Radiation Treatment, 1 Treatment Area77280 | 524 | $240 |
| Superficial And/Or Low Voltage Radiation Treatment Delivery77401 | 496 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 750 | 305 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 455 | 297 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 287 | 174 |
| Hydrocortisone | 213 | 131 |
| Levocetirizine Dihydrochloride | 146 | 66 |
| Minocycline Hcl | 139 | 75 |
| Metronidazole | 118 | 64 |
| Mupirocin | 103 | 71 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22,986 across 174 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
Additional practice locations (2)
- 2305 Hand AveBay Minette, AL 36507-4191Phone: (251) 631-3570Fax: (251) 631-3572
- 8573 County Road 64Daphne, AL 36526-8706Phone: (251) 621-2244Fax: (251) 621-7209
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-09-23
- Last updated
- 2023-10-27
- Certified
- 2023-10-27
Frequently asked questions
- What is Thomas Bender's NPI number?
- Thomas Bender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649266792, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Thomas Bender's specialty?
- Thomas Bender is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Thomas Bender located?
- Thomas Bender's practice location on file with NPPES is 580 Providence Park Dr E, Mobile, AL 36695-4614.
- What is Thomas Bender's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Thomas Bender is (251) 631-3570.
- Does Thomas Bender accept Medicare?
- Thomas Bender is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Thomas Bender's NPI active?
- Yes — Thomas Bender's NPI (1649266792) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2023-10-27.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.