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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendel, Internist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Sandra Mendel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Mendel completed her residency at Clarian Methodist Hosp Of Indi, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics; Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Mendel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendel’s office at (859) 282-6600.
Where did Dr. Mendel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Clarian Methodist Hosp Of Indi, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics; Mercy Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo
Is Dr. Mendel board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Mendel, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Mendel speak?
Dr. Mendel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mendel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Mendel 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. Mendel. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obesity
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Severe Obesity
- Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Body Weight
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
- E663: Overweight
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mendel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandra Mendel may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Mendel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mendel accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 282-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendel accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Mendel in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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Where is Dr. Mendel's office located?
Dr. Sandra Mendel's Primary Practice
21507 E Cliff Dr
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(859) 282-6600
What is Dr. Mendel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538261011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendel
What is Dr. Sandra Mendel's specialty?
Dr. Mendel is a Internist near Santa Cruz, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Sandra Mendel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendel is affiliated with Medina Hospital, Sutter Tracy Community 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sandra Mendel accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sandra Mendel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sandra Mendel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendel's office at (859) 282-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sandra Mendel?
Please contact Dr. Mendel's office at (859) 282-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sandra Mendel have?
Dr. Sandra Mendel is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Pediatrics.
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