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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendez, Family Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Ray Mendez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez’s office at (773) 254-6611.
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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mendez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mendez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ray Mendez may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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 (773) 254-6611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Mendez in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mendez's office located?
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 1043697816.
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. Ray Mendez's specialty?
Dr. Mendez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Ray Mendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendez is affiliated with Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Palos 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ray Mendez accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ray Mendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ray Mendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (773) 254-6611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ray Mendez?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (773) 254-6611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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