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Dr. Melissa Brown, MD

Anesthesiologist

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Brown, Anesthesiologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Melissa Brown, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Brown is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brown’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brown’s office at (310) 423-3277.

    What languages does Dr. Brown speak?

    Dr. Brown and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Brown typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Brown diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Brown. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Uncomplicated Childbirth
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Childbirth
    • Normal Delivery
    • Natural Birth
    • Vaginal Delivery
    • C-section
    • Surgical Birth
    • Cesarean Section

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
    • O82: Encounter for cesarean delivery without indication

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Brown typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Brown may include:

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Brown accept my insurance?

    Dr. Brown accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-3277 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Brown accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Brown in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Brown's Primary Practice

    3315 Watt Ave

    Sacramento, CA 95821

    (310) 423-3277

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    What is Dr. Brown's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Brown's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063948214.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brown?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brown

    What is Dr. Melissa Brown's specialty?

    Dr. Brown is an Anesthesiologist near Sacramento, CA.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Melissa Brown affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Brown is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center, Uc Davis Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Melissa Brown accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Brown is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Brown offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (310) 423-3277 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Brown?

    Please contact Dr. Brown's office at (310) 423-3277 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Brown's office located?

    Dr. Brown's office is located in Sacramento, CA.