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Dr. Dercio Mendonca, MD

Dr. Dercio Mendonca, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist

Kalamazoo, MI

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. 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 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mendonca typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mendonca typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mendonca 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Lung Scope with Biopsy
    • Bronchial Biopsy
    • Endobronchial Biopsy
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    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

    • Cigna Group

    • Corewell Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mendonca's office located?

    160 Bronson Pulmonary Medicine

    535 S Burdick St Ste 160

    Kalamazoo, MI 49007

    (269) 388-5864

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    Bronson Womens Services South Have

    955 S Bailey Ave

    South Haven, MI 49090

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    Dr. Dercio Mendonca's Practice 3

    300 North Ave

    Battle Creek, MI 49017

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    What is Dr. Mendonca's NPI number?A 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.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Dercio Mendonca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mendonca is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, Ascension Borgess Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Dr. 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 Dr. Dercio Mendonca?

    Please contact Dr. Mendonca's office at (269) 388-5864 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mendonca's office located?

    Dr. Mendonca's offices are located in Kalamazoo, MI, South Haven, MI, and Battle Creek, MI.