Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendez, Pediatric Gastroenterologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Natasha Mendez, MD is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Dr. Mendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez’s office at (954) 832-0332.
What languages does Dr. Mendez speak?
Dr. Mendez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Mendez treat?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Upper Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Belly Button Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Pain in upper belly
- Epigastric discomfort
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
- Lower belly pain
- Pain in lower abdomen
- Abdominal discomfort
- Pain around navel
- Periumbilical discomfort
- Umbilical pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1010: Upper abdominal pain, unspecified
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
- R1030: Lower abdominal pain, unspecified
- R1033: Periumbilical pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Failure to Thrive in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Poor growth in children
- Childhood growth problems
- Infant growth failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6251: Failure to thrive (child)
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Milk Allergy
- Food Allergy
- Dairy allergy
- Milk protein allergy
- Allergy to dairy products
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z91011: Allergy to milk products
Also known as:
- Crohn's Disease
- Crohn’s Disease
- Regional Enteritis
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
- Terminal Ileitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Feeding Difficulties
- Eating Problems
- Swallowing Problems
- Unspecified Feeding Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6330: Feeding difficulties, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Mendez perform?
As a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mendez 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Mendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 832-0332 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Dr. Mendez in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmWINS Group
Centene
Community Care Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mendez's office located?
Dr. Natasha Mendez's Primary Practice
1625 SE 3rd Ave Ste 200
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316
(954) 832-0332
What is Dr. Mendez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104119163.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendez
What is Dr. Natasha Mendez's specialty?
Dr. Mendez is a Pediatric Gastroenterologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. A pediatrician specializing in diagnosing and treating digestive system diseases in infants, children, and adolescents. This expert manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice and is skilled in performing complex diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopic techniques to visualize internal organs. Contact Dr. Mendez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Natasha Mendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendez is affiliated with Broward Health Coral Springs, Memorial Regional 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Gastroenterologist?
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Is Natasha Mendez accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?
Yes, Dr. Natasha Mendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Natasha Mendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (954) 832-0332 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Natasha Mendez?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (954) 832-0332 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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