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Dr. Joseph Pendon, MD

Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Emergency Medicine Specialist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pendon, Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Joseph Pendon, MD is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Pendon graduated from Georgetown University School of Medicine, completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Flexible Or Transitional Year, and is currently affiliated with Methodist Texsan Hospital. Dr. Pendon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pendon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pendon’s office.

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

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Georgetown University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pendon board certified as an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Pendon, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pendon speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pendon typically treat?

    As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pendon 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. Pendon. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    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:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    What procedures does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pendon typically perform?

    As an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Joseph Pendon may include:

    Please contact Dr. Pendon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Pendon accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pendon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pendon accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Pendon in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Fox Everett

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Pendon's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Pendon's Primary Practice

    315 N San Saba Ste 107

    San Antonio, TX 78207

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    Methodist Texsan Hospital

    6700 W Interstate 10

    Balcones Heights, TX 78201

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    Dr. Joseph Pendon's Practice 3

    1310 McCullough Ave

    San Antonio, TX 78212

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    What is Dr. Pendon's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Pendon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750344321.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pendon?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pendon

    What is Dr. Joseph Pendon's specialty?

    Dr. Pendon is an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.

    What does an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist do?

    Physicians specializing in Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine, who may come from various specialties such as preventive medicine or emergency medicine, treat conditions like decompression illness, diving accidents, carbon monoxide poisoning, gas gangrene, non-healing wounds, radiation and burn tissue damage, and bone infections using hyperbaric oxygen therapy. These specialists also consult with other physicians on hyperbaric chamber operations, evaluate risks, and implement preventive measures to safeguard divers and individuals working in altered atmospheric conditions from disease and disability.

    Is Dr. Joseph Pendon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pendon is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio 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 Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine 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 Dr. Joseph Pendon accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Pendon is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Pendon offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pendon's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Joseph Pendon?

    Please contact Dr. Pendon's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Pendon's office located?

    Dr. Pendon's offices are located in San Antonio, TX and Balcones Heights, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Joseph Pendon have?

    Dr. Joseph Pendon is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.