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Who is Dr. Mendez, Plastic Surgeon in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Bernardino Mendez, MD is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mendez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez’s office.
What languages does Dr. Mendez speak?
Dr. Mendez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mendez treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, 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.
Also known as:
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Trunk
- Early Skin Cancer of the Face
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Arm or Shoulder
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of the Scalp or Neck
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Right Upper Limb or Shoulder
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Right Lower Limb or Hip
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Facial SCC
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Face
- Face Skin Malignancy
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp BCC
- Neck BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of Trunk
- Trunk BCC
- Rodent Ulcer of Trunk
- Trunk Basal Cell Tumor
- Carcinoma in situ of facial skin
- Precancerous skin cells on face
- Non-invasive skin cancer of face
- Stage 0 skin cancer of face
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Arm
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Shoulder
- Arm SCC
- Shoulder SCC
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Scalp
- Squamous Cell Carcinoma of Neck
- Scalp SCC
- Neck SCC
- BCC on Right Arm
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of Right Arm
- Skin Cancer on Right Shoulder
- Right Upper Limb BCC
- SCC on Right Leg
- Squamous Cell Skin Cancer of Right Leg
- Skin Cancer on Right Hip
- Right Lower Limb SCC
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44329: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C4441: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44519: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other part of trunk
- D0439: Carcinoma in situ of skin of other parts of face
- C44629: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of left upper limb, including shoulder
- C44622: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C4442: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck
- C44612: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of right upper limb, including shoulder
- C44722: Squamous cell carcinoma of skin of right lower limb, including hip
Also known as:
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Face
- Basal Cell Skin Cancer of the Nose
- Basal Cell Carcinoma of the Lip
- Skin Cancer
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Skin Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Basal Cell Carcinoma (BCC)
- Rodent Ulcer
- BCC
- Basal Cell Carcinoma
- BCC of Lip
- Lip Skin Cancer
- Rodent Ulcer of Lip
ICD-10 Codes:
- C44319: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of other parts of face
- C44311: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of nose
- C4401: Basal cell carcinoma of skin of lip
Also known as:
- Follicular Skin Cysts
- Skin Condition
- Hair follicle cysts
- Dermal cysts
- Subcutaneous cysts
ICD-10 Codes:
- L728: Other follicular cysts of the skin and subcutaneous tissue
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Lipoma of Head, Face, or Neck
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on head
- Lipoma of face
- Neck fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
- D170: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of head, face and neck
Also known as:
- Mole
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevus
- Birthmark
- Skin spot
ICD-10 Codes:
- D225: Melanocytic nevi of trunk
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Condition
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
Also known as:
- Benign Trunk Skin Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth on trunk skin
- Trunk skin lesion
- Benign trunk skin mass
- Lump on body skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- D235: Other benign neoplasm of skin of trunk
Also known as:
- Mole on Face
- Birthmarks
- Moles
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Facial nevus
- Birthmark on face
- Facial spot
- Beauty mark
ICD-10 Codes:
- D2239: Melanocytic nevi of other parts of face
Also known as:
- Scars
- Hypertrophic Scarring
- Keloid Scars
- Scar Tissue
ICD-10 Codes:
- L910: Hypertrophic scar
Which procedures does Dr. Mendez perform as a Plastic Surgeon?
As a Plastic Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Bernardino Mendez may include:
- Abdominal Wall Surgery
- Acute Burn Resuscitation
- Aesthetic Surgery Consultation
- Aesthetic Surgery Follow Up
- Body Sculpting Consultation
- Body Sculpting Treatment (Non-Surgical)
- Breast Augmentation
- Breast Biopsy
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mendez's office.
Does Dr. Mendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendez 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 accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Mendez in Joliet, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthPartners
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mendez's office located?
What is Dr. Mendez's NPI number?An 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 1114216363.
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. Bernardino Mendez's specialty?
Dr. Mendez is a Plastic Surgeon near Joliet, IL. A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction. Contact Dr. Mendez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bernardino Mendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mendez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Bernardino Mendez accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?
Yes, Dr. Bernardino Mendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernardino Mendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernardino Mendez?
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