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Who is Dr. Lopez De Mendoza, Nephrologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Victor Lopez De Mendoza, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Lopez De Mendoza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopez De Mendoza’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez De Mendoza’s office at (305) 554-1700.
What languages does Dr. Lopez De Mendoza speak?
Dr. Lopez De Mendoza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lopez De Mendoza typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lopez De Mendoza 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. Lopez De Mendoza. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Lopez De Mendoza typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Lopez De Mendoza 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. Lopez De Mendoza. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Also known as:
- Computer-Assisted Musculoskeletal Surgery (Image-less)
- Navigational Musculoskeletal Surgery
- Image-less Computer-Guided Surgery
- Orthopedic Navigation System
- CAS Musculoskeletal Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 20985: Computer-assisted surgical navigational procedure for musculoskeletal procedures, image-less (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Lopez De Mendoza accept my insurance?
Dr. Lopez De Mendoza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 554-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez De Mendoza accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Lopez De Mendoza in Miami, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lopez De Mendoza's office located?
Dr. Victor Lopez De Mendoza's Primary Practice
3661 S Miami Ave Ste 901
Miami, FL 33133
(305) 554-1700
Dr. Victor Lopez De Mendoza's Practice 3
2601 SW 37th Ave Ste 702
Coral Gables, FL 33133
What is Dr. Lopez De Mendoza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lopez De Mendoza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073667770.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez De Mendoza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lopez De Mendoza
What is Dr. Victor Lopez De Mendoza's specialty?
Dr. Lopez De Mendoza is a Nephrologist near Miami, FL.
What does a Nephrologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Victor Lopez De Mendoza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lopez De Mendoza is affiliated with Hialeah Hospital, Palmetto General Hospital, North Shore Medical Center - Miami, Fl, Hca Florida Mercy Hospital, Jackson West Medical Center, Florida Medical Center 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 Victor Lopez De Mendoza accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Victor Lopez De Mendoza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Victor Lopez De Mendoza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lopez De Mendoza's office at (305) 554-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Victor Lopez De Mendoza?
Please contact Dr. Lopez De Mendoza's office at (305) 554-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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