Dr. Ivan Mederos, MD

Laredo, TX

31 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Mederos, Surgeon in Laredo, TX?

Dr. Ivan Mederos, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Mederos graduated from Wake Forest University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cath M C-Mary Immaculate Hp, General Surgery. Dr. Mederos is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mederos’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mederos’s office at (956) 795-8297.

Where did Dr. Mederos go to medical school and complete their residency?

Residency: Cath M C-Mary Immaculate Hp, General Surgery | Catholic Med Center Brooklyn and Queens | Maimonides Medical Center/Infants and Children's Hospital of Brooklyn Program
Medical School: Wake Forest University School of Medicine

Is Dr. Mederos board certified as a Surgeon?

Yes, Dr. Ivan Mederos, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

What languages does Dr. Mederos speak?

Dr. Mederos and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Spanish

What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Mederos typically treat?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Mederos diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Mederos. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Other Surgical Aftercare
After Surgery
General post-operative care
Unspecified surgical recovery
Surgical follow-up

ICD-10 Codes:

Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

Also known as:

Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
Gallstones with Acute and Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
Bile Duct Disease
Gallstones
Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
Long-term gallbladder inflammation
Mixed cholecystitis with gallstones
Acute and chronic gallbladder attack

ICD-10 Codes:

K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
K8012: Calculus of gallbladder with acute and chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

Also known as:

Acute Appendicitis
Appendicitis
Inflamed Appendix
Sudden Appendix Inflammation
Appendicitis Attack

ICD-10 Codes:

K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

Also known as:

Other Pre-Procedure Examination
Various pre-op checks
Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
Other pre-treatment assessments

ICD-10 Codes:

Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Mederos typically perform?

As a Surgeon, Dr. Mederos performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mederos. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

Also known as:

Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

CPT Codes:

47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

Does Dr. Mederos accept my insurance?

Dr. Mederos accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 795-8297 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Mederos accept in Laredo, TX?

Dr. Mederos in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Cigna Group
Driscoll Children's Hospital
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group

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Where is Dr. Mederos' office located?

Dr. Ivan Mederos' Primary Practice

1710 E Saunders St Ste B375

Laredo, TX 78041

(956) 795-8297

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What hospitals are Dr. Mederos affiliated with?

Castle Connolly Top Hospital

This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

Dr. Mederos has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

University Hospital-San Antonio,San Antonio, TX

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What is Dr. Mederos's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Mederos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205809258.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mederos?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mederos

What is Dr. Ivan Mederos's specialty?

Dr. Mederos is a Surgeon near Laredo, TX.

What does a Surgeon do?

General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

Is Dr. Ivan Mederos affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Mederos is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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