Who is Dr. Ponce Mendez, Internist in Clearwater, FL?
Dr. Arlenne Ponce Mendez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Clearwater, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ponce Mendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponce Mendez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponce Mendez’s office at (941) 748-4847.
What languages does Dr. Ponce Mendez speak?
Dr. Ponce Mendez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ponce Mendez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ponce 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. Ponce 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ponce Mendez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Arlenne Ponce Mendez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Ponce Mendez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ponce Mendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponce Mendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 748-4847 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponce Mendez accept in Clearwater, FL?
Dr. Ponce Mendez in Clearwater, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CareCentrix
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Ponce Mendez's office located?
Dr. Arlenne Ponce Mendez's Primary Practice
1305 S Fort Harrison Ave Ste C
Clearwater, FL 33756
(941) 748-4847
What is Dr. Ponce Mendez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponce Mendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609213925.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponce Mendez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponce Mendez
What is Dr. Arlenne Ponce Mendez's specialty?
Dr. Ponce Mendez is a Internist near Clearwater, FL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Arlenne Ponce Mendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ponce 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 Arlenne Ponce Mendez accepting new patients in Clearwater, FL?
Yes, Dr. Arlenne Ponce Mendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arlenne Ponce Mendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponce Mendez's office at (941) 748-4847 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arlenne Ponce Mendez?
Please contact Dr. Ponce Mendez's office at (941) 748-4847 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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