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32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mendez, Internist in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Oscar Mendez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Edinburg, TX. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mendez completed his residency at Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendez’s office at (956) 362-8677.
Where did Dr. Mendez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University De San Carlos, Fac De Cien Med, Guatemala
Is Dr. Mendez board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Mendez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal 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 Internist, 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Mendez perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Oscar Mendez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
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 (956) 362-8677 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mendez accept in Edinburg, TX?
Dr. Mendez in Edinburg, TX 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)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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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 1871565622.
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. Oscar Mendez's specialty?
Dr. Mendez is a Internist near Edinburg, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Mendez to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Oscar Mendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mendez is affiliated with Dhr Health 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 Internist?
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Is Oscar Mendez accepting new patients in Edinburg, TX?
Yes, Dr. Oscar Mendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oscar Mendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (956) 362-8677 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oscar Mendez?
Please contact Dr. Mendez's office at (956) 362-8677 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Oscar Mendez have?
Dr. Oscar Mendez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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