Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendez, Psychiatrist in Encino, CA?
Dr. Karen Mendez is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Encino, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mendez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez’s office at (818) 643-5082.
What languages does Dr. Mendez speak?
Dr. Mendez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Mendez typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, conditions treated by Dr. Karen Mendez may include:
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Mendez typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Mendez may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 643-5082 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez accept in Encino, CA?
Dr. Mendez in Encino, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Astiva Health
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Heritage Health
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
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Where is Dr. Mendez's office located?
Dr. Karen Mendez's Primary Practice
6345 Balboa Blvd Ste 365
Encino, CA 91316
(818) 643-5082
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 1992266332.
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. Karen Mendez's specialty?
Dr. Mendez is a Psychiatrist near Encino, CA.
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
Is this Dr. Karen Mendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendez is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center 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 Karen Mendez accepting new patients in Encino, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karen Mendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karen Mendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (818) 643-5082 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karen Mendez?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (818) 643-5082 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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