DR. BERNARDINO MICHAEL MENDEZ M.D.
NPI 1114216363
Plastic Surgery in Joliet, IL

Active since March 28, 2011PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
75/100
CMS Quality Rating
1124 ESSINGTON RD, JOLIET, IL 60435(815) 373-1004(815) 744-3969 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: April 6, 2023. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

Record update history: Apr 6, 2023, Sep 11, 2020, Sep 6, 2019 (3 updates tracked since 2019).

About Dr. Bernardino Michael Mendez M.d. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

DR. BERNARDINO MICHAEL MENDEZ M.D. (NPI 1114216363) is an individual plastic surgery provider in Joliet, Illinois, licensed in Illinois (036148384) and active in the NPI registry since March 2011. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, maintains 3 additional practice locations, and is a graduate of Loyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of Medicine (2011).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1114216363
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208200000X
Provider Legal NameDR. BERNARDINO MICHAEL MENDEZCredential: M.D.
Location Address1124 ESSINGTON RDJoliet, IL 60435-8423
Mailing Address5141 Virginia Way Ste 350Brentwood, TN 37027-2319 · (615) 449-5771
Fax(815) 744-3969
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSLoyola University Of Chicago, Stritch School Of MedicineGraduated 2011
Enumeration DateMarch 28, 2011
Last NPPES UpdateApril 6, 20233 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedApril 6, 2023
NPI 1114216363 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 3

Primary SpecialtyPlastic SurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208200000X
Licenses Licensed in IL · 036148384 Licensed in IN · 01084266A
Definition
A plastic surgeon deals with the repair, reconstruction or replacement of physical defects of form or function involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hand, extremities, breast and trunk and external genitalia or cosmetic enhancement of these areas of the body. Cosmetic surgery is an essential component of plastic surgery. The plastic surgeon uses cosmetic surgical principles to both improve overall appearance and to optimize the outcome of reconstructive procedures. The surgeon uses aesthetic surgical principles not only to improve undesirable qualities of normal structures but in all reconstructive procedures as well.
Also ListedSurgeryTaxonomy 208600000X · License 1114216363 (IL)
Also ListedStudent in an Organized Health Care Education/Training ProgramTaxonomy 390200000X · License M53207384272 (IL)
1124 ESSINGTON RD, Joliet, IL 60435

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 12500 W Higgins Rd # 320Hoffman Estates, IL 60169-7220 · Phone (630) 793-8193 · Fax (630) 480-4507
Location 210720 165th StOrland Park, IL 60467-8714 · Phone (708) 460-7890 · Fax (708) 460-5537
Location 31601 Lafayette Rd Ste 100Crawfordsville, IN 47933-1032 · Phone (765) 362-1212 · Fax (765) 361-0210

Accepted Insurance

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Bernardino Michael Mendez M.d. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID4284934886
PECOS Enrollment IDI20190319003028, I20200916000201
Eligible to Order & Refer Part B Labs & Imaging Durable Medical Equipment Home Health Agency Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 14

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Complicated repair of wound of forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, genitals, hands, or feet, 2.6-7.5 cm 13132
This procedure involves the complex repair of a wound in areas like the forehead, cheeks, chin, mouth, neck, underarms, hands, or feet. The wound size ranges from 2.6-7.5 cm. The process includes cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound for proper healing.
236 services222 patients
Complicated repair of wound of scalp, arms, or legs, 2.6-7.5 cm 13121
This is a procedure to repair a complex wound on your scalp, arm, or leg that is 2.6-7.5 cm long. It involves cleaning, removing damaged tissue, and stitching the wound to promote healing. It's performed under local or general anesthesia.
122 services113 patients
Complicated repair of wound of trunk, 2.6-7.5 cm 13101
This service involves the intricate repair of a wound on your body's main structure, between your neck and limbs. The wound measures 2.6-7.5 cm. The procedure includes deep-layer stitching and may involve repairing damaged tissue.
70 services70 patients
Established patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 10 minutes or more 99212
This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously seen the doctor. During this 10-19 minute visit, the doctor will review your health status, discuss any concerns, and manage ongoing treatments or medications. It's a chance to ensure your health is on track.
68 services62 patients
New patient office or other outpatient visit with straightforward medical decision making, if using time, 15 minutes or more 99202
This service involves an initial visit to the doctor's office or other outpatient setting. It typically lasts between 15-29 minutes. The doctor will review your medical history, conduct a physical examination, and discuss your health concerns. It's a chance to establish your health baseline and address any immediate medical issues.
67 services67 patients
Removal of cancer skin growth of body, arms, or legs, 2.1-3.0 cm 11603
This procedure involves the removal of a cancerous skin growth, between 2.1 and 3.0 cm, from the body, arms, or legs. The area is numbed, then the growth is carefully cut out. The goal is to eliminate all cancer cells while minimizing scarring.
40 services39 patients

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 60435 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient
$93.02 typical visit price
range $59.81 – $181.38
Typical copayment $23.25 (range $14.95 – $45.34)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$74.38 typical visit price
range $19.15 – $147.12
Typical copayment $18.59 (range $4.78 – $36.78)
Most-billed visit code 99213
Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

75/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 7

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

Dermatology
1124 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET, IL 60435
Dermatology
1124 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET, IL 60435
Plastic Surgery
1124 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET, IL 60435
Dermatology (Procedural Dermatology)
1124 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET, IL 60435
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1124 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET, IL 60435
Physician Assistant (Medical)
1124 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET, IL 60435
Dermatology
1124 ESSINGTON RD
JOLIET, IL 60435

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Bernardino Mendez's NPI number?

The NPI number for Bernardino Mendez is 1114216363. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 28, 2011.

Where is Bernardino Mendez located?

Bernardino Mendez practices at 1124 Essington Rd, Joliet, IL 60435. The listed phone number is (815) 373-1004.

What is Bernardino Mendez's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Plastic Surgery with taxonomy code 208200000X.

Is Bernardino Mendez enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Bernardino Mendez is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Bernardino Mendez accept?

Health plans from Ambetter Health, Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, CareSource and Oscar Insurance Company list Bernardino Mendez as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Bernardino Mendez was last updated on April 6, 2023. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 3 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.