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Who is Dr. Posas-Mendoza, Rheumatologist in Covington, LA?
Dr. Therese Posas-Mendoza, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Covington, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Posas-Mendoza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Posas-Mendoza’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Posas-Mendoza’s office at (504) 842-0245.
What languages does Dr. Posas-Mendoza speak?
Dr. Posas-Mendoza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Posas-Mendoza treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Posas-Mendoza 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. Posas-Mendoza. 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Autoimmune Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M05741: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of right hand without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- CREST syndrome
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
- Limited scleroderma', 'CREST disease', 'Calcinosis Raynaud's Esophageal Sclerodactyly Telangiectasias
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
- M341: CR(E)ST syndrome
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Bone Density and Structure Disorder
- Bone Density
- Bone Disease
- Abnormal Bone Density
- Bone Structure Problem
- Bone Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Polymyositis
- Myositis
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Idiopathic polymyositis
- Muscle inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3320: Polymyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Posas-Mendoza perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Therese Posas-Mendoza may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Posas-Mendoza's office.
Does Dr. Posas-Mendoza accept my insurance?
Dr. Posas-Mendoza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-0245 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Posas-Mendoza accept in Covington, LA?
Dr. Posas-Mendoza in Covington, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health System
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Posas-Mendoza's office located?
Dr. Therese Posas-Mendoza's Primary Practice
1000 Ochsner Blvd
Covington, LA 70433
(504) 842-0245
Dr. Therese Posas-Mendoza's Practice 2
1850 Gause Blvd E
Slidell, LA 70461
(985) 639-3777
What is Dr. Posas-Mendoza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Posas-Mendoza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538566062.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Posas-Mendoza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Posas-Mendoza
What is Dr. Therese Posas-Mendoza's specialty?
Dr. Posas-Mendoza is a Rheumatologist near Covington, LA. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Posas-Mendoza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Therese Posas-Mendoza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Posas-Mendoza is affiliated with Slidell Memorial Hospital, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, St. Bernard Parish Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Therese Posas-Mendoza accepting new patients in Covington, LA?
Yes, Dr. Therese Posas-Mendoza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Therese Posas-Mendoza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Posas-Mendoza's office at (504) 842-0245 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Therese Posas-Mendoza?
Please contact Dr. Posas-Mendoza's office at (504) 842-0245 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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