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Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena, DO

Family Medicine Specialist

Forest Hills, NY

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Cardenas Pena, Family Medicine Specialist in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Forest Hills, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Cardenas Pena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardenas Pena’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardenas Pena’s office at (718) 280-1245.

    What languages does Dr. Cardenas Pena speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cardenas Pena typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Cardenas Pena 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. Cardenas Pena. 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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Cardenas Pena typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena may include:

    Please contact Dr. Cardenas Pena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Cardenas Pena accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cardenas Pena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 280-1245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cardenas Pena accept in Forest Hills, NY?

    Dr. Cardenas Pena in Forest Hills, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elderplan

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Cardenas Pena's office located?

    Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena's Primary Practice

    7049 Austin St

    Forest Hills, NY 11375

    (718) 280-1245

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    Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena's Practice 2

    196 Nassau Pkwy

    Oceanside, NY 11572

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    Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena's Practice 3

    2248 31st St

    Astoria, NY 11105

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    What hospitals are Dr. Cardenas Pena affiliated with?

    Dr. Cardenas Pena has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Wyckoff Heights Medical Center,Brooklyn, NY

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

    Dr. Cardenas Pena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508493560.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardenas Pena?

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

    What is Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena's specialty?

    Dr. Cardenas Pena is a Family Medicine Specialist near Forest Hills, NY.

    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 Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Cardenas Pena is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena accepting new patients in Forest Hills, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cardenas Pena's office at (718) 280-1245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Mercedes Cardenas Pena?

    Please contact Dr. Cardenas Pena's office at (718) 280-1245 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Cardenas Pena's office located?

    Dr. Cardenas Pena's offices are located in Forest Hills, NY, Oceanside, NY, and Astoria, NY.