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Who is Dr. Mendez-Mulet, Infectious Disease Specialist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Luis Mendez-Mulet, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL. Dr. Mendez-Mulet graduated from Universidad Internacional Eugenio Maria De Hostos and completed his residency at Morehouse School of Medicine Program. Dr. Mendez-Mulet is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez-Mulet’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez-Mulet’s office at (305) 271-1905.
Where did Dr. Mendez-Mulet go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Morehouse School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Universidad Internacional Eugenio Maria De Hostos
What languages does Dr. Mendez-Mulet speak?
Dr. Mendez-Mulet and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Mendez-Mulet typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Mendez-Mulet 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-Mulet. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, 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:
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Mendez-Mulet typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Luis Mendez-Mulet may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Mendez-Mulet's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mendez-Mulet accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendez-Mulet accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 271-1905 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez-Mulet accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Mendez-Mulet in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Leon Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mendez-Mulet's office located?
Dr. Luis Mendez-Mulet's Primary Practice
9240 SW 72nd St Ste 241
Miami, FL 33173
(305) 271-1905
What is Dr. Mendez-Mulet's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mendez-Mulet's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740210632.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mendez-Mulet?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mendez-Mulet
What is Dr. Luis Mendez-Mulet's specialty?
Dr. Mendez-Mulet is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Miami, FL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Luis Mendez-Mulet affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendez-Mulet is affiliated with Jackson West Medical Center, Hca Florida Kendall Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Luis Mendez-Mulet accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Luis Mendez-Mulet is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Luis Mendez-Mulet offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendez-Mulet's office at (305) 271-1905 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Luis Mendez-Mulet?
Please contact Dr. Mendez-Mulet's office at (305) 271-1905 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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