18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendoza, Physiatrist in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Christopher Mendoza, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Salt Lake City, UT. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Mendoza completed his residency at Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the American Academy of Physical Med & Rehab and North American Spine Society. Dr. Mendoza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendoza’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendoza’s office at (385) 282-2000.
Where did Dr. Mendoza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Ut Med Ctr, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation Univ Ca Irvine Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University Of Ut Med Center | University of California, Irvine Affiliated Hospitals | University of Utah Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: University Of Ca- Irvine- Ca Coll Of Med- Irvine Ca
Is Dr. Mendoza board certified as a Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Mendoza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation since 2016
What languages does Dr. Mendoza speak?
Dr. Mendoza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mendoza treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. 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. 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:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of both knees
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M170: Bilateral primary osteoarthritis of knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Tailbone Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Coccyx Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal Pain
- Tailbone Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M533: Sacrococcygeal disorders, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Right Trochanteric Bursitis
- Shoulder Bursitis
- Bursitis
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Right Hip Bursitis
- Inflamed Right Hip Bursa
- Right Greater Trochanteric Bursitis
- Inflamed Shoulder Bursa
- Shoulder Joint Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7061: Trochanteric bursitis, right hip
- M7551: Bursitis of right shoulder
Also known as:
- Lower Back and Tailbone Spinal Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbosacral Spondylosis
- Lower Back Arthritis
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47817: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
What procedures does Dr. Mendoza perform?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Mendoza performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. 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:
- Lumbar Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Facet Joint Injection (Lower Back/Sacrum)
- TFESI (Lumbar)
- Nerve Root Block (Lumbar)
- Lower Back Nerve Injection with Imaging
- Lumbar Facet Joint Injection
- Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Paravertebral Facet Injection
- Lower Back Pain Injection (Guided)
CPT Codes:
- 64483: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, single level
- 64493: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; single level
Also known as:
- Lumbar/Sacral Facet Joint Nerve Destruction (Additional)
- Lumbar or Sacral Facet Joint Injection
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation
- Radiofrequency Ablation (RFA) Spine
- Lumbar Facet Denervation
- Facet joint block
- Zygapophyseal joint injection
- Lower back facet injection
- Sacral facet injection
CPT Codes:
- 64636: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, each additional facet joint (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 64494: Injection(s), diagnostic or therapeutic agent, paravertebral facet (zygapophyseal) joint (or nerves innervating that joint) with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral; second level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Facet Joint Nerve Ablation (Lumbar/Sacral)
- Lumbar Facet Joint Denervation
- Sacral Facet Nerve Block
- Radiofrequency Ablation for Back Pain
CPT Codes:
- 64635: Destruction by neurolytic agent, paravertebral facet joint nerve(s), with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT); lumbar or sacral, single facet joint
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (Guided)
- Sacroiliac Joint Injection
- Transforaminal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Nerve Block
- Lower Back Pain Injection with Guidance
- SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac steroid injection
- Image-guided SI joint injection
- Sacroiliac joint block
CPT Codes:
- 64484: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; transforaminal epidural, with imaging guidance (fluoroscopy or CT), lumbar or sacral, each additional level (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 27096: Injection procedure for sacroiliac joint, anesthetic/steroid, with image guidance (fluoroscopy or CT) including arthrography when performed
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Does Dr. Mendoza accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendoza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (385) 282-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendoza accept in Salt Lake City, UT?
Dr. Mendoza in Salt Lake City, UT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
IHC / SelectHealth
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Mendoza's office located?
Dr. Christopher Mendoza's Primary Practice
389 S 900 E
Salt Lake City, UT 84102
(385) 282-2000
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Physical Med & Rehab
Member
North American Spine Society
Member
What is Dr. Mendoza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendoza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538185749.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendoza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendoza
What is Dr. Christopher Mendoza's specialty?
Dr. Mendoza is a Physiatrist near Salt Lake City, UT. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Mendoza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Christopher Mendoza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendoza is affiliated with LDS Hospital, Intermountain 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
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Is Christopher Mendoza accepting new patients in Salt Lake City, UT?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Mendoza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Mendoza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendoza's office at (385) 282-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Mendoza?
Please contact Dr. Mendoza's office at (385) 282-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christopher Mendoza have?
Dr. Christopher Mendoza is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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