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18 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Mclendon, Family Medicine Specialist in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Ronald Mclendon, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Slidell, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Mclendon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mclendon’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mclendon’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Mclendon?
Dr. Ronald Mclendon, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Family Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Mclendon empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Preventive Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Slidell, LA community, Dr. Mclendon is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Mclendon speak?
Dr. Mclendon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mclendon typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mclendon 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. Mclendon. 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:
- 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mclendon typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mclendon 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. Mclendon. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Mclendon accept my insurance?
Dr. Mclendon 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. Mclendon accept in Slidell, LA?
Dr. Mclendon in Slidell, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mclendon's office located?
What is Dr. Mclendon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mclendon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013151091.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mclendon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mclendon
What is Dr. Ronald Mclendon's specialty?
Dr. Mclendon is a Family Medicine Specialist near Slidell, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Ronald Mclendon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mclendon is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Touro Infirmary LCMC Health. 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 Ronald Mclendon accepting new patients in Slidell, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ronald Mclendon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ronald Mclendon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mclendon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ronald Mclendon?
Please contact Dr. Mclendon's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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