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Who is Dr. Mendez Irizarry, Family Medicine Specialist in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Lesbia Mendez Irizarry, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pembroke Pines, FL. She has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Mendez Irizarry graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences. Dr. Mendez Irizarry is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez Irizarry’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez Irizarry’s office.
Where did Dr. Mendez Irizarry go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Ponce Med School | Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Mendez Irizarry speak?
Dr. Mendez Irizarry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mendez Irizarry treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mendez Irizarry 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 Irizarry. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Need for Personal Care Assistance
- Help with daily living
- Assistance with self-care
- Activities of daily living support
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z741: Need for assistance with personal care
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Age-Related Weakness
- Frailty in old age
- Physical decline with age
- Weakness due to aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R54: Age-related physical debility
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Mendez Irizarry perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lesbia Mendez Irizarry may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mendez Irizarry's office.
Does Dr. Mendez Irizarry accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendez Irizarry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez Irizarry accept in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Mendez Irizarry in Pembroke Pines, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Farm Bureau Health Plans
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mendez Irizarry's office located?
What is Dr. Mendez Irizarry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendez Irizarry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588708242.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendez Irizarry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendez Irizarry
What is Dr. Lesbia Mendez Irizarry's specialty?
Dr. Mendez Irizarry is a Family Medicine Specialist near Pembroke Pines, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Mendez Irizarry to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lesbia Mendez Irizarry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mendez Irizarry is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Bruce W. Carter Department Of Veterans Affairs 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
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Is Lesbia Mendez Irizarry accepting new patients in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Yes, Dr. Lesbia Mendez Irizarry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lesbia Mendez Irizarry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendez Irizarry's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lesbia Mendez Irizarry?
Please contact Dr. Mendez Irizarry's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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7189 Pembroke Rd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33023