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About Dr. Maria Espanol Mendez
Background and practice information
Dr. Maria Espanol Mendez is a hematologist-oncologist with over 13 years of clinical experience serving patients in the Peoria, IL area. She completed her medical training at Other and has been in practice since 2013. She currently practices at Michael D. Tarantino, M.d. S.c..
Dr. Maria Espanol Mendez's clinical practice focuses on treating patients with blood clot prevention and stroke risk reduction, blood clot prevention.
Dr. Maria Espanol Mendez is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, HCSC: BCBS Illinois, and 4 more. Patients are encouraged to verify coverage with her office before scheduling an appointment.
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Michael D. Tarantino, M.D. S.C.
Primary427 W Northmoor Rd
Peoria, IL 61614
(309) 692-5337
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Treatment & Experience
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Services & Procedures
Dr. Maria Espanol Mendez's clinical practice encompasses office visits, hospital care.
Office Visits
36 servicesDr. Maria Espanol Mendez provides patient consultations ranging from routine follow-ups to comprehensive evaluations, including follow-up visit and new patient visit. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 64% below the billed amount.
Hospital Care
174 servicesDr. Maria Espanol Mendez manages inpatient hospital care including admissions, daily rounds, critical care, and discharge coordination, including hospital admission and daily hospital rounds. Medicare patients typically pay significantly less than the standard charge for these services, with Medicare-approved rates averaging 75% below the billed amount.
Treatment Approach
Dr. Maria Espanol Mendez's treatment approach includes prescribing Apixaban (Eliquis), Warfarin Sodium for her patients. These medications are commonly used for treating blood clot prevention and stroke risk reduction, blood clot prevention.
Source: CMS Medicare Provider Utilization and Payment Data, 2023.
Insurance Networks
Accepted insurance plans and networks
Dr. Maria Espanol Mendez accepts 117 plans from 7 insurers, including HCSC: BCBS Illinois, Cigna, Humana.
Source: CMS Transparency in Coverage filings (March 2026). Network participation may change — verify with the provider's office before scheduling.
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About Hematology/Oncology
Specialty overview and common conditions
A hematologist-oncologist is a physician who specializes in diagnosing and treating cancers of the blood, bone marrow, and lymphatic system, as well as non-cancerous blood disorders. These specialists combine expertise in hematology (the study of blood diseases) and oncology (the study of cancer) to...
Common conditions treated by hematology/oncology specialists:
- Leukemia
- Lymphoma
- Multiple Myeloma
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Maria Espanol Mendez
Does Dr. Espanol Mendez accept Medicare?
Yes, Dr. Espanol Mendez accepts Medicare assignment. Patients with Medicare coverage can see Dr. Espanol Mendez and typically pay less out of pocket when using a provider who accepts Medicare assignment.
What insurance does Dr. Espanol Mendez accept?
Dr. Espanol Mendez is in-network with 7 insurance providers, including Aetna, Cigna, HCSC: BCBS Illinois, Humana, Medicare, and 2 more. Insurance networks can change, so patients should verify their specific plan coverage directly with Dr. Espanol Mendez's office before scheduling.
Does Dr. Espanol Mendez offer telehealth or virtual appointments?
Dr. Espanol Mendez does not currently list telehealth services. For virtual care options, contact the office directly or consider other hematology/oncology providers in Peoria who offer telehealth.
What conditions does Dr. Espanol Mendez treat?
As a hematology/oncology specialist, Dr. Espanol Mendez commonly treats conditions including leukemia, lymphoma, multiple myeloma, bone marrow failure syndromes, blood clotting disorders (thrombophilia), and other related health concerns. Contact the office to discuss your specific healthcare needs.
What medications does Dr. Espanol Mendez commonly prescribe?
Based on Medicare prescribing data, Dr. Espanol Mendez commonly prescribes medications including Apixaban, Warfarin Sodium. The specific medications prescribed depend on each patient's individual diagnosis and health needs. Patients should discuss treatment options directly with Dr. Espanol Mendez during their consultation.
Where did Dr. Espanol Mendez go to medical school?
Dr. Espanol Mendez completed medical training at Other and has been practicing since 2013, bringing over 13 years of clinical experience.
Where is Dr. Espanol Mendez's office located?
Dr. Espanol Mendez practices at 427 W NORTHMOOR RD, Peoria, IL 61614 at MICHAEL D. TARANTINO, M.D. S.C.. You can reach the office by calling (309) 692-5337.
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Espanol Mendez?
To schedule an appointment with Dr. Espanol Mendez, call the office at (309) 692-5337. New patients should have their insurance information and medical records ready when calling.
Data source: CMS National Provider Registry ·
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