Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendonca, Pulmonologist in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Dercio Mendonca, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mendonca completed his residency at Internal medicine, Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pa.. Dr. Mendonca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendonca’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendonca’s office at (269) 388-5864.
Where did Dr. Mendonca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pulmonary and critical care, Temple University Hospital, Philadelphia, Pa.
Residency: Internal medicine, Albert Einstein Medical Center, Philadelphia, Pa.
Medical School: Federal University of Ceara School of Medicine, Brazil
What languages does Dr. Mendonca speak?
Dr. Mendonca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mendonca treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mendonca 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. Mendonca. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Mendonca perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dercio Mendonca may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mendonca's office.
Does Dr. Mendonca accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendonca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 388-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendonca accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Mendonca in Kalamazoo, MI 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)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mendonca's office located?
Dr. Dercio Mendonca's Primary Practice
535 S Burdick St Ste 160
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 388-5864
What is Dr. Mendonca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendonca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831327246.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendonca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendonca
What is Dr. Dercio Mendonca's specialty?
Dr. Mendonca is a Pulmonologist near Kalamazoo, MI. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Mendonca to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dercio Mendonca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendonca is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital 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
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Is Dercio Mendonca accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?
Yes, Dr. Dercio Mendonca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dercio Mendonca offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendonca's office at (269) 388-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dercio Mendonca?
Please contact Dr. Mendonca's office at (269) 388-5864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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