34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendes, Family Medicine Specialist in Dorchester, MA?
Dr. Barbara Mendes, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Dorchester, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Mendes completed her residency at Cook County Hosp, Family Practice. Dr. Mendes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendes’s office at (617) 754-0053.
Where did Dr. Mendes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cook County Hosp, Family Practice
Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
What languages does Dr. Mendes speak?
Dr. Mendes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mendes typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mendes 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. Mendes. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Autism
- Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Classic Autism
- Kanner's Syndrome
- Severe Autism
ICD-10 Codes:
- F840: Autistic disorder
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mendes typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mendes 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. Mendes. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Mendes accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 754-0053 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendes accept in Dorchester, MA?
Dr. Mendes in Dorchester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BMC Health System
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Massachusetts
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Where is Dr. Mendes' office located?
What is Dr. Mendes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639104771.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendes
What is Dr. Barbara Mendes's specialty?
Dr. Mendes is a Family Medicine Specialist near Dorchester, MA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Barbara Mendes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendes is affiliated with Boston Medical Center 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Barbara Mendes accepting new patients in Dorchester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Barbara Mendes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Barbara Mendes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendes's office at (617) 754-0053 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Barbara Mendes?
Please contact Dr. Mendes's office at (617) 754-0053 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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