18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendez, Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Tamara Mendez, MD is an Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Mendez completed her residency at Kaiser Permanente. Dr. Mendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez’s practice accepts Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez’s office at (317) 962-5014.
Where did Dr. Mendez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kaiser Permanente | USC/LAC-Keck School of Medicine
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 Dr. Mendez treat?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), 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.
Also known as:
- False Labor
- Childbirth
- Braxton Hicks Contractions
- Practice Contractions
- Prodromal Labor
ICD-10 Codes:
- O4703: False labor before 37 completed weeks of gestation, third trimester
- O471: False labor at or after 37 completed weeks of gestation
Also known as:
- Pregnancy-Induced High Blood Pressure During Childbirth
- High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
- Gestational Hypertension in Labor
- High Blood Pressure from Pregnancy During Delivery
- Hypertension in Childbirth without Proteinuria
- Chronic Hypertension in Pregnancy
- Pre-existing High Blood Pressure during Pregnancy
- Maternal Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- O134: Gestational [pregnancy-induced] hypertension without significant proteinuria, complicating childbirth
- O10913: Unspecified pre-existing hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Low Transverse C-section Scar in Pregnancy
- Prenatal Care
- Horizontal C-section Scar (Pregnancy)
- Low-lying C-section Scar
- Prior Cesarean Scar (Low Transverse)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O34211: Maternal care for low transverse scar from previous cesarean delivery
Also known as:
- Routine Postpartum Check-up
- Postpartum Care
- After-birth Follow-up
- Postnatal Care Visit
- Maternal Postpartum Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z392: Encounter for routine postpartum follow-up
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Obesity during childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Obesity
- Obesity in labor
- Maternal obesity during delivery
- Weight issues during childbirth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99214: Obesity complicating childbirth
Also known as:
- Male Circumcision
- Circumcision
- Foreskin removal
- Routine circumcision
- Ritual circumcision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z412: Encounter for routine and ritual male circumcision
Also known as:
- Abnormal Fetal Heart Rate During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Fetal heart rate abnormality in labor
- Irregular baby heartbeat during delivery
- Fetal distress due to heart rate
ICD-10 Codes:
- O76: Abnormality in fetal heart rate and rhythm complicating labor and delivery
Also known as:
- Anemia during Late Pregnancy
- Anemia
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Low iron in third trimester
- Late pregnancy anemia
- Blood deficiency during third trimester
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99013: Anemia complicating pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Reduced Fetal Movement
- Baby Moving Less
- Fetal Hypoactivity
- Decreased Baby Kicks
ICD-10 Codes:
- O368130: Decreased fetal movements, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Poor Fetal Growth
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Fetal Growth Restriction
- Small for Gestational Age
- Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)
ICD-10 Codes:
- O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Live Birth
- Childbirth
- One baby born alive
- Vaginal birth of one baby
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z370: Single live birth
Also known as:
- Group B Strep Carrier During Childbirth
- Childbirth Problems
- Infection and Pregnancy
- GBS during labor
- Streptococcus B complicating delivery
- Maternal GBS during birth
ICD-10 Codes:
- O99824: Streptococcus B carrier state complicating childbirth
Also known as:
- Vaginal Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
- Health Problems in Pregnancy
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding in Early Pregnancy
- First Trimester Bleeding
- Early Pregnancy Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- O209: Hemorrhage in early pregnancy, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Mendez perform as a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
As a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN), procedures performed by an Dr. Tamara Mendez may include:
- Abortion Consultation
- Abortion Follow Up
- Abortion (Medical)
- Abortion (Surgical)
- Annual Pap Smear / GYN Exam
- Antepartum Care
- Anterior Repair
- Artificial Insemination / Intra-Uterine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mendez's office.
Does Dr. Mendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Mendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 962-5014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Mendez in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
CareSource
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Indiana University Health
MDwise
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mendez's office located?
Dr. Tamara Mendez's Primary Practice
705 Riley Hospital Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
(317) 962-5014
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 1457340804.
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. Tamara Mendez's specialty?
Dr. Mendez is a Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN) near Indianapolis, IN. An obstetrician/gynecologist has specialized knowledge, skills, and expertise in the medical and surgical management of the female reproductive system and related disorders. This physician acts as a consultant to other healthcare providers while also serving as a primary care physician for women, addressing their unique health needs throughout various stages of life. Contact Dr. Mendez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tamara Mendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendez is affiliated with Iu Health Methodist Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Obstetrician / Gynecologist (OBGYN)?
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Is Tamara Mendez accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Tamara Mendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tamara Mendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (317) 962-5014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tamara Mendez?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (317) 962-5014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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