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Summary
Thoracic surgery is the focus of Dr. Richard Mendez's practice. He is affiliated with Minneapolis Heart Institute, Hennepin County Medical Center, M Health Fairview University of Minnesota Medical Center, and the University of Vermont Medical Center, and sees patients in Burlington, Vermont, and Minneapolis, Minnesota. Dr. Mendez earned his medical degree from the Robert Larner MD College of Medicine at the University of Vermont.
Overview based on verified provider data
Quick Facts
- 8 years of experience
- 2 insurance plans accepted
- The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont
- 2 specialties
- 3 areas of expertise
- 5 hospital affiliations
- 5 office locations
- Male
Office Locations
Dr. Richard Scott Mendez has 5 locationsUvmc General Surgery Main Campus
111 Colchester AveBurlington, VT 05401 Tel: (802) 847-3344
Mon8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed
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| Surgery | Surgery | Surgery | Surgery |
| Accepts New Patients | Accepts New Patients | ||
| 8 Years of Experience | 21 Years of Experience | 55 Years of Experience | 55 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 | |
| Burlington , VT | Colchester , VT | Winooski , VT | Essex Junction , VT |
| Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont | Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont | Med School: Rutgers New Jersey Medical School | Med School: The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont |
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Scott Mendez
Medical Specialties
Dr. Richard Scott Mendez has the following 2 specialties
Specialty Expertise
Dr. Richard Scott Mendez has the following 3 areas of expertise
Certifications, License, & Education
8 Years Experience
Dr. Richard Scott Mendez holds an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota.
Medical License
Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Minnesota that expired in 2026.
Education & Training
Medical School
Graduated from The Robert Larner Md College Of Medicine At The University Of Vermont in 2018.
NPI Number
Dr. Mendez's NPI number is 1861996043.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does Dr. Richard Mendez accept my insurance?
- You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Richard Mendez accepts on their Vitals profile.
- Where is Dr. Richard Mendez's office located?
- Dr. Richard Mendez's office is located at 111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT, 05401.
- Does Dr. Richard Mendez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
- Dr. Richard Mendez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Is Dr. Richard Mendez accepting new patients?
- Dr. Richard Mendez has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
- Which hospitals is Dr. Richard Mendez affiliated with?
- Dr. Richard Mendez is affiliated with MINNEAPOLIS HEART INSTITUTE, Hennepin County Medical Center, M Health Fairview University Of Minnesota Medical Center, University Of Vermont Medical Center, and M Health Fairview University Of Minnesota Medical Center West Bank East.
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