Summary

Dr. Enrique Mendez has practiced rheumatology for 35 years and is affiliated with Christus Ochsner Saint Patrick Hospital. He treats osteoarthritis, bone, joint and muscle conditions, and arthritis, and performs infusion therapy and chemotherapy.

He completed his residency at LSU Health Sciences and sees patients in Lake Charles, Louisiana. Dr. Mendez speaks English and Spanish.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.4
  • 35 years of experience
  • 49 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Lsu Health Sciences
  • 17 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez has 2 locations

Enrique Mendez Md Medical Group

1727 Imperial Blvd Bldg 1bLake Charles, LA 70605
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Center For Orthopaedics

1747 Imperial BlvdLake Charles, LA 70605
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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RheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatologyRheumatology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
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35 Years of Experience 18 Years of Experience 54 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English Speaks English
Lake Charles , LALake Charles , LALake Charles , LALake Charles , LA
Med School: Universidad Salvadorena Alberto Masferrer Facultad De Medicina Med School: Mata Gujri Memorial Medical College Med School: Universidad De Panama Facultad De Medicina Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicaid
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Georgia
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan
  • CHRISTUS Health Plan - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Mutual of Omaha - Medicare
  • Palmetto GBA
  • Palmetto GBA - Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Peoples Health - Medicare
  • Physicians Mutual
  • PreferredOne
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Vantage Health Plan, Inc.

Medical Specialties

Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Gout
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Lupus
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Rheumatic Diseases
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis
  • Tendinitis

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Dr. Enrique Antonio Mendez holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Lsu Health Sciences.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad Salvadorena Alberto Masferrer Facultad De Medicina in 1991.

NPI Number

Dr. Mendez's NPI number is 1174605646.

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Dr. Enrique Mendez is affiliated with Christus Oschner Saint Patrick Hospital.
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Dr. Enrique Mendez's office is located at 1727 Imperial Blvd Bldg 1b, Lake Charles, LA, 70605.

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