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Dr. Karen Mendez, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

Los Angeles, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mendez, Diagnostic Radiologist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Karen Mendez, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mendez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez’s office at (310) 301-6800.

    What languages does Dr. Mendez speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Mendez typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Mendez 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. Mendez. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1013: Epigastric pain
    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Aorta
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Aortic artery hardening
    • Aortic plaque buildup
    • Aortic calcification

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Mendez typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Mendez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Mendez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 301-6800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Mendez in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mendez's office located?

    Dr. Karen Mendez's Primary Practice

    757 Westwood Plz

    Los Angeles, CA 90095

    (310) 301-6800

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    Dr. Karen Mendez's Practice 2

    100 Moody Ct

    Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

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    Dr. Karen Mendez's Practice 3

    2424 Wilshire Blvd

    Santa Monica, CA 90403

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

    Dr. Mendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639671183.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendez?

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

    What is Dr. Karen Mendez's specialty?

    Dr. Mendez is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Karen Mendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mendez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center 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 a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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. Karen Mendez accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Karen Mendez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Karen Mendez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (310) 301-6800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Karen Mendez?

    Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (310) 301-6800 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mendez's office located?

    Dr. Mendez's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA, Thousand Oaks, CA, and Santa Monica, CA.