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Dr. George Mendenhall, MD

La Jolla, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mendenhall, Cardiologist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. George Mendenhall, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mendenhall graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts. Dr. Mendenhall is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendenhall’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendenhall’s office at (858) 658-0020.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mendenhall?

    Dr. George Mendenhall, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Cardiologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mendenhall empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Arrhythmias, Atrial Fibrillation, Pacemakers/Defibrillators, Ventricular Tachycardia Ablation, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the La Jolla/CA community, Dr. Mendenhall is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Mendenhall go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts

    Is Dr. Mendenhall board certified in Cardiologist?

    Yes, Dr. George Mendenhall, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Mendenhall speak?

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

    • Chinese

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mendenhall treat?

    As a Cardiologist, Dr. Mendenhall 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. Mendenhall. 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:

    • Having an Implantable Cardiac Defibrillator (ICD)
    • Having a Pacemaker
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • ICD implant
    • Automatic defibrillator
    • Implanted heart shock device
    • Heart pacemaker
    • Artificial pacemaker
    • Implanted heart device

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z95810: Presence of automatic (implantable) cardiac defibrillator
    • Z950: Presence of cardiac pacemaker

    Also known as:

    • Complete Heart Block
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Sick Sinus Syndrome
    • First-Degree Heart Block
    • Heart Palpitations
    • Ventricular Tachycardia
    • Slow Heart Rate
    • Premature Ventricular Contractions
    • Ventricular Fibrillation
    • Arrhythmia
    • Sick sinus syndrome
    • Complete AV Block
    • Third-Degree Heart Block
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Sinus Node Dysfunction
    • Bradycardia-Tachycardia Syndrome
    • SSS
    • First-Degree AV Block
    • Mild Heart Block
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart
    • VT
    • V-tach
    • Fast heart rhythm
    • Bradycardia
    • Slow Pulse
    • Low Heart Rate
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation
    • PVCs
    • Ventricular Ectopic Beats
    • Skipped Heartbeat (Ventricular)
    • VFib
    • V-fib
    • Cardiac Arrest Rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I442: Atrioventricular block, complete
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I495: Sick sinus syndrome
    • I440: Atrioventricular block, first degree
    • R002: Palpitations
    • I4720: Ventricular tachycardia, unspecified
    • R001: Bradycardia, unspecified
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I493: Ventricular premature depolarization
    • I4901: Ventricular fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
    • Chronic HFrEF
    • Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Second-Degree AV Block
    • Arrhythmia
    • Second-degree heart block
    • Partial heart block

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I441: Atrioventricular block, second degree

    Also known as:

    • Other Heart Device Management
    • Pacemakers and Implantable Defibrillators
    • Implantable Defibrillator Management
    • Cardiac Resynchronization Therapy Device Care
    • Other Implanted Heart Device Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4509: Encounter for adjustment and management of other cardiac device

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Which procedures does Dr. Mendenhall perform as a Cardiologist?

    As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Mendenhall may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mendenhall's office.

    Does Dr. Mendenhall accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mendenhall accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 658-0020 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mendenhall accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Mendenhall in La Jolla, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mendenhall's office located?

    Dr. George Mendenhall's Primary Practice

    9888 Genesee Ave

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (858) 658-0020

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

    Dr. Mendenhall's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699925545.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendenhall?

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

    What is Dr. George Mendenhall's specialty?

    Dr. Mendenhall is a Cardiologist near La Jolla, CA. An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias. Contact Dr. Mendenhall to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. George Mendenhall affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mendenhall is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Cardiologist?

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    Is George Mendenhall accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    Yes, Dr. George Mendenhall is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. George Mendenhall offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mendenhall's office at (858) 658-0020 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with George Mendenhall?

    Please contact Dr. Mendenhall's office at (858) 658-0020 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. George Mendenhall have?

    Dr. George Mendenhall is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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