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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendoza, Diagnostic Radiologist in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Dexter Mendoza is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Astoria, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mendoza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendoza’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendoza’s office at (617) 643-3726.
What languages does Dr. Mendoza speak?
Dr. Mendoza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Mendoza treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. 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. 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.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Medical Exam for Unspecified Reason
- General medical observation
- Routine checkup
- Unspecified health assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z049: Encounter for examination and observation for unspecified reason
Also known as:
- Catheter Management
- Catheter adjustment
- Catheter care
- Non-vascular catheter maintenance
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter
Also known as:
- Vascular Access Device Management
- Vascular Access Care
- Port Management
- Catheter Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Pleural Disorder
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
- Pneumothorax
- Air in Chest Cavity
- Lung Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
- J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Device Fitting and Adjustment
- GI Appliance Fitting
- Digestive Device Adjustment
- Enteral Device Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4659: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of other gastrointestinal appliance and device
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A4189: Other specified sepsis
Which procedures does Dr. Mendoza perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Dexter Mendoza may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mendoza's office.
Does Dr. Mendoza accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendoza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 643-3726 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendoza accept in Astoria, NY?
Dr. Mendoza in Astoria, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst
Medicare
MetroPlus
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mendoza's office located?
Dr. Dexter Mendoza's Primary Practice
2318 31st St Ste 200
Astoria, NY 11105
(617) 643-3726
What is Dr. Mendoza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendoza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568705408.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendoza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendoza
What is Dr. Dexter Mendoza's specialty?
Dr. Mendoza is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Astoria, NY. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Mendoza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dexter Mendoza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendoza is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Nyu Langone Health - Tisch 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
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Is Dexter Mendoza accepting new patients in Astoria, NY?
Yes, Dr. Dexter Mendoza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dexter Mendoza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendoza's office at (617) 643-3726 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dexter Mendoza?
Please contact Dr. Mendoza's office at (617) 643-3726 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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