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Dr. Elsa Mendoza, MD

Brownsville, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mendoza, Pediatrician in Brownsville, TX?

    Dr. Elsa Mendoza, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Brownsville, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Mendoza graduated from Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University and completed her residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics. Dr. Mendoza is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mendoza’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mendoza’s office at (956) 541-9499.

    Where did Dr. Mendoza go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Pediatrics | Elmhurst Hosp | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai Program A

    • Medical School: Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University | Dr. Nicanor Reyes Medical Foundation Institute of Medicine - Far Eastern University | Far Eastern University Institute of Medicine

    Is Dr. Mendoza board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Elsa Mendoza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Mendoza speak?

    Dr. Mendoza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tagalog

    What conditions does Dr. Mendoza treat?

    As a Pediatrician, 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sports Participation Health Examination
    • Sports Safety
    • Sports Physical
    • Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE)
    • Athletic Clearance Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z025: Encounter for examination for participation in sport

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchiolitis
    • Inflammation of small airways
    • Acute inflammation of bronchioles

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Novel Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Slow Transit Constipation
    • Constipation
    • Chronic Constipation
    • Sluggish Bowel
    • Colonic Inertia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5901: Slow transit constipation

    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:

    • Cough Variant Asthma
    • Asthma
    • CVA
    • Asthma with Cough
    • Chronic Cough Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45991: Cough variant asthma

    Which procedures does Dr. Mendoza perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Elsa Mendoza may include:

    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 (956) 541-9499 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mendoza accept in Brownsville, TX?

    Dr. Mendoza in Brownsville, 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

    • Dignity Health / Catholic Health West

    • Driscoll Health Plan

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mendoza's office located?

    Dr. Elsa Mendoza's Primary Practice

    795 Paredes Line Rd

    Brownsville, TX 78521

    (956) 541-9499

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    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 1164495776.

    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. Elsa Mendoza's specialty?

    Dr. Mendoza is a Pediatrician near Brownsville, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Mendoza to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Elsa Mendoza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mendoza is affiliated with Valley Regional Medical Center, DHR Health 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Elsa Mendoza accepting new patients in Brownsville, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Elsa Mendoza is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elsa Mendoza offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mendoza's office at (956) 541-9499 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Elsa Mendoza?

    Please contact Dr. Mendoza's office at (956) 541-9499 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Elsa Mendoza have?

    Dr. Elsa Mendoza is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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