Summary

Dr. Oscar Mendez specializes in family medicine, providing comprehensive care for patients of all ages. They earned their medical degree from Libre University Sectional, School of Medicine in Baranquilla, Columbia, and bring over three decades of experience to their practice. Dr. Mendez communicates fluently in English, Spanish, Italian, French, Farsi, and Hindi.

Dr. Mendez practices at Florida Medical Center and serves patients in Lauderhill and Tamarac, Florida. They focus on managing chronic kidney disease and helping patients control type 2 diabetes. Their expertise extends to treating high cholesterol in children and teens. Dr. Mendez performs complete blood counts, coordinates physical therapy, and conducts depression screenings. Patients have given them an average rating of 4.6 on Vitals.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.6
  • 31 years of experience
  • 111 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French, Farsi, Hindi
  • Libre University Sectional, School of Medicine, Baranquilla, Columbia
  • 70 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Oscar R Mendez has 2 locations

Mendez Medical Center

5950 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD STE 300LAUDERHILL, FL 33313
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:30 am - 12:30 pm
SunClosed

Hca Florida Woodmont Hospital

7201 N University DrTamarac, FL 33321

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4.6 
31 Years of Experience 32 Years of Experience 2 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish, Italian, French, Farsi, Hindi Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks Spanish, English
LAUDERHILL , FLPlantation , FLDeerfield Beach , FLBoca Raton , FL
Med School: Libre University Sectional, School of Medicine, Baranquilla, Columbia Med School: Jackson Memoria Med School: Nova Southeastern University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Oscar R Mendez

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Allegiance Life and Health
  • Ambetter
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • AvMed
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare)
  • CarePlus Health Plans (Florida Medicare) - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Community Care Plan
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Coventry Health Care - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Culinary Health Fund
  • Devoted Health
  • Devoted Health - HMO
  • EmblemHealth
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - HMO
  • Florida Blue: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida - PPO
  • Florida Community Care
  • Florida Health Care Plans
  • Freedom Health
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Alliance - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthPartners
  • Hometown Health
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • Longevity Health Plan
  • Magellan Health
  • MagnaCare
  • Medica
  • Medica - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optima Health
  • Optimum HealthCare
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Oscar Health Insurance - ACA
  • Oscar Health Insurance - EPO
  • Oscar Health Insurance - PPO
  • Positive Health Care
  • Positive Health Care - Medicare
  • Preferred Care Partners
  • Preferred Care Partners - HMO
  • Preferred Care Partners - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • PreferredOne
  • Premier Health Plan
  • Prestige Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Prominence Health Plan
  • Providence Health Plans
  • Simply Healthcare
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Simply Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Simpra Advantage
  • Solis Health Plans
  • South Florida Community Care Network
  • South Florida Community Care Network - Medicaid
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Tricare
  • United Behavioral Health
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Virginia Premier Health Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield

Medical Specialties

Dr. Oscar R Mendez has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Oscar R Mendez has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Dr. Oscar R Mendez holds an active medical license in the state of Florida.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Florida that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Libre University Sectional, School of Medicine, Baranquilla, Columbia in 1995.

NPI Number

Dr. Mendez's NPI number is 1164520243.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Oscar Mendez accepting new patients?
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Where is Dr. Oscar Mendez's office located?
Dr. Oscar Mendez's office is located at 5950 W OAKLAND PARK BLVD STE 300, LAUDERHILL, FL, 33313.
Does Dr. Oscar Mendez accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Oscar Mendez accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Oscar Mendez?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Oscar Mendez affiliated with?
Dr. Oscar Mendez is affiliated with Florida Medical Center.

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