Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Carol Mendez, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Clifton, NJ
- NPI 1770843898
- Accepts Medicare
- 17 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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6 Brighton RD
Clifton, NJ 070121647
(973) 777-7911
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2012 — 14 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- October 7, 2019
- Year of graduation
- 2009 — 17 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- New Jersey #25MA09488500 · New York #265250
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1770843898. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
598
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$28,775
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 92 | 58 | $136 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 74 | 51 | $8 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 54 | 43 | $10 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 54 | 42 | $7 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 53 | 53 | $142 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 46 | 41 | $16 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 40 | 35 | $12 | |
82570 |
Creatinine level to test for kidney function or muscle injury | 35 | 32 | $5 | |
82043 |
Urine microalbumin (protein) level | 34 | 31 | $5 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 26 | 24 | $100 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Clifton Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 120. This provider delivers 5.0× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
934
Patients
285
Total drug cost
$18,053
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 202 | 61 | $3,104 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 107 | 38 | $2,077 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | Generic | 79 | 31 | $4,879 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 78 | 25 | $811 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 77 | 25 | $1,577 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 65 | 26 | $583 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 50 | 16 | $365 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 43 | 18 | $922 |
| Metoprolol Succinate | Generic | 41 | 16 | $1,031 |
| Metformin Hcl ER (Metformin Hcl) | Brand | 40 | 18 | $464 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Carol Mendez's medical specialty?
Dr. Carol Mendez practices Family Medicine Physician in Clifton, NJ.
Where does Dr. Carol Mendez practice?
Dr. Carol Mendez practices at 6 Brighton RD, Clifton, NJ 070121647. Office phone: 9737777911.
What is Dr. Carol Mendez's NPI?
Dr. Carol Mendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770843898, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Carol Mendez accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Carol Mendez accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Carol Mendez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals (HCPCS 80053). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.