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Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner, MD

Orlando, FL

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    Who is Dr. Mendez Castaner, Nephrologist in Orlando, FL?

    Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Orlando, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mendez Castaner graduated from Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences and completed his residency at Northeast Ohio Medical University Program. Dr. Mendez Castaner is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez Castaner’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez Castaner’s office at (321) 843-5270.

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

    • Residency: Northeast Ohio Medical University Program

    • Medical School: Ponce School of Medicine and Health Sciences

    What languages does Dr. Mendez Castaner speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mendez Castaner treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Mendez Castaner 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 Castaner. 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:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 5
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD
    • Long-Term Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 5
    • End-Stage Renal Disease
    • CKD Stage 3
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)
    • N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
    • N185: Chronic kidney disease, stage 5
    • N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Renal Failure
    • Other Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
    • N178: Other acute kidney failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • High Potassium
    • Low Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Potassium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium
    • Hypokalemia
    • Potassium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
    • E875: Hyperkalemia
    • E876: Hypokalemia

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Mendez Castaner perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mendez Castaner's office.

    Does Dr. Mendez Castaner accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mendez Castaner accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (321) 843-5270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez Castaner accept in Orlando, FL?

    Dr. Mendez Castaner in Orlando, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mendez Castaner's office located?

    Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner's Primary Practice

    2501 N Orange Ave Ste 537N

    Orlando, FL 32804

    (321) 843-5270

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    Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner's Practice 2

    86 Underwood St

    Orlando, FL 32806

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    Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner's Practice 3

    1611 NW 12th Ave Fl 3

    Miami, FL 33136

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

    Dr. Mendez Castaner's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205102118.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendez Castaner?

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

    What is Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner's specialty?

    Dr. Mendez Castaner is a Nephrologist near Orlando, FL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Mendez Castaner to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mendez Castaner is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Orlando, Orlando Health Orlando Regional 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 Lumen Mendez Castaner accepting new patients in Orlando, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lumen Mendez Castaner offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mendez Castaner's office at (321) 843-5270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lumen Mendez Castaner?

    Please contact Dr. Mendez Castaner's office at (321) 843-5270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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