Summary

With 60 years in rheumatology and internal medicine, Dr. Hector Mena treats rheumatoid arthritis, obesity and overweight, and osteoarthritis, and performs blood tests and autoimmune disease tests. He is affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center Mid City and speaks English and Spanish.

Dr. Mena earned his medical degree from Universidad de Costa Rica Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at Philadelphia General Hospital. He sees patients in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 2.2
  • 60 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Philadelphia General Hospital
  • 1 written review
  • 2 specialties
  • 10 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Flexible scheduling

Office Location

The Baton Rouge Clinic Amc

7373 Perkins RdBaton Rouge, LA 70808
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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Dr. Hector R Mena, MDDr. Kevin Michael Blackwood, MDDr. Kristen Watts Ducote, MDDr. William Britton Murrill, MD
RheumatologyAnesthesiologyAddiction MedicineNephrology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
2.2 
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60 Years of Experience 15 Years of Experience 16 Years of Experience 26 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Baton Rouge , LABaton Rouge , LAPrairieville , LAPrairieville , LA
Med School: Universidad De Costa Rica Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: St Matthews University School Of Medicine (Grand Cayman) Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Hector R Mena

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid

Medical Specialties

Dr. Hector R Mena has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Hector R Mena has the following 10 areas of expertise

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

Certifications, License, & Education

60 Years Experience

Dr. Hector R Mena 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 Philadelphia General Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Universidad De Costa Rica and Universidad De Costa Rica Facultad De Medicina in 1966.

NPI Number

Dr. Mena's NPI number is 1801817572.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Hector Mena's office located?
Dr. Hector Mena's office is located at 7373 Perkins Rd, Baton Rouge, LA, 70808.
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Does Dr. Hector Mena accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Hector Mena affiliated with?
Dr. Hector Mena is affiliated with Baton Rouge General Medical Center Mid City.

Data Sources

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