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Who is Dr. Mendes, Vascular Surgeon in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Bernardo Mendes, MD is a Vascular Surgeon, who primarily practices in Rochester, MN. Dr. Mendes is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendes’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendes’s office at (507) 284-2511.
What languages does Dr. Mendes speak?
Dr. Mendes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Mendes typically treat?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Mendes 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. Mendes. 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:
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Chest and Abdomen Aorta Aneurysm
- Thoracoabdominal Aorta Bulge
- Enlarged Thoracoabdominal Aorta
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm
- AAA
- Aorta Bulge
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7160: Thoracoabdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
- I7140: Abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture, unspecified
- I7143: Infrarenal abdominal aortic aneurysm, without rupture
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease
- PVD
- PAD
- Poor Circulation in Legs
- Blocked Leg Arteries
ICD-10 Codes:
- I739: Peripheral vascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Dissection
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Familial thoracic aortic aneurysm and dissection
- Torn Thoracoabdominal Aorta
- Thoracoabdominal Aortic Tear
- Dissecting Thoracoabdominal Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7103: Dissection of thoracoabdominal aorta
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
What procedures does a Vascular Surgeon like Dr. Mendes typically perform?
As a Vascular Surgeon, Dr. Mendes 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. Mendes. 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:
- Femoral Artery Access for Endograft
- Leg Artery Angioplasty (Femoral/Popliteal)
- Percutaneous Femoral Access
- Endograft Delivery Access
- Artery Closure Procedure
- Femoral Artery Angioplasty
- Popliteal Artery Angioplasty
- Leg Artery Revascularization
CPT Codes:
- 34713: Percutaneous access and closure of femoral artery for delivery of endograft through a large sheath (12 French or larger), including ultrasound guidance, when performed, unilateral (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 37224: Revascularization, endovascular, open or percutaneous, femoral, popliteal artery(s), unilateral; with transluminal angioplasty
Also known as:
- Artery Catheter Placement
- Selective Arterial Catheterization
- Vascular Catheter Placement
- Diagnostic Artery Catheter
- Abdominal Artery Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36245: Selective catheter placement, arterial system; each first order abdominal, pelvic, or lower extremity artery branch, within a vascular family
Also known as:
- Artery Stent Placement (Non-Coronary/Carotid/Leg)
- Intravascular Stent Insertion
- Transcatheter Stenting
- Peripheral Artery Stent
CPT Codes:
- 37236: Transcatheter placement of an intravascular stent(s) (except lower extremity artery(s) for occlusive disease, cervical carotid, extracranial vertebral or intrathoracic carotid, intracranial, or coronary), open or percutaneous, including radiological supervision and interpretation and including all angioplasty within the same vessel, when performed; initial artery
Also known as:
- Arteriovenous Fistula Creation
- AV Fistula Surgery
- Cimino Fistula
- Vascular Access for Dialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36821: Arteriovenous anastomosis, open; direct, any site (eg, Cimino type) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Intravascular Ultrasound (Non-Heart Vessels)
- IVUS (Non-Coronary)
- Vessel Ultrasound
- Internal Artery Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 37252: Intravascular ultrasound (noncoronary vessel) during diagnostic evaluation and/or therapeutic intervention, including radiological supervision and interpretation; initial noncoronary vessel (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Mendes accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (507) 284-2511 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendes accept in Rochester, MN?
Dr. Mendes in Rochester, MN 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mendes' office located?
What is Dr. Mendes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760814891.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendes
What is Dr. Bernardo Mendes's specialty?
Dr. Mendes is a Vascular Surgeon near Rochester, MN.
What does a Vascular Surgeon do?
A vascular surgeon specializes in the management of surgical disorders related to blood vessels, excluding those of the heart and intracranial vessels.
Is this Dr. Bernardo Mendes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendes is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Bryan East Campus, Baptist Health Hardin, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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 Bernardo Mendes accepting new patients in Rochester, MN?
Yes, Dr. Bernardo Mendes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bernardo Mendes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendes's office at (507) 284-2511 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bernardo Mendes?
Please contact Dr. Mendes's office at (507) 284-2511 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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