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Dr. Melinda Clark, MD

Dr. Melinda Clark, MD

Pediatrician

Albany, NY

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Clark, Pediatrician in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Melinda Clark, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Albany, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Clark completed her residency at Albany Medical Center. She is a member of the ALPHA OMEGA ALPHA, AMBULATORY PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATION, AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS, MEDICAL SOCIETY OF THE STATE NEW YORK, and SOCIETY of TEACHERS of FAMILY MEDICINE. Dr. Clark is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Clark’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Clark’s office at (518) 262-5316.

    Where did Dr. Clark go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Albany Medical Center

    Is Dr. Clark board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Melinda Clark, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Clark speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Clark typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Clark 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. Clark. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Hearing Disorder and Deafness
    • Normal Hearing Test
    • Clear Ear Checkup
    • Routine Audiology Exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Routine Eye and Vision Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Eye Disease
    • Vision Impairment and Blindness
    • Annual eye checkup
    • Vision screening, no issues
    • Eye health exam, all clear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0100: Encounter for examination of eyes and vision without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    Also known as:

    • Contaminant Exposure Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Toxic Exposure Screening
    • Environmental Toxin Check
    • Pollutant Exposure Test

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1388: Encounter for screening for disorder due to exposure to contaminants

    Also known as:

    • Preventive Fluoride Treatment
    • Fluoride application
    • Dental fluoride treatment
    • Prophylactic fluoride

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z293: Encounter for prophylactic fluoride administration

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Clark typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melinda Clark may include:

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

    Does Dr. Clark accept my insurance?

    Dr. Clark accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 262-5316 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Clark accept in Albany, NY?

    Dr. Clark in Albany, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Highmark Health

    • Medicaid

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Clark's office located?

    Dr. Melinda Clark's Primary Practice

    1 Clara Barton Dr

    Albany, NY 12208

    (518) 262-5316

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    Dr. Melinda Clark's Practice 2

    391 Myrtle Ave

    Albany, NY 12208

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    ALPHA OMEGA ALPHA

    Member

    AMBULATORY PEDIATRIC ASSOCIATION

    Member

    AMERICAN ACADEMY OF PEDIATRICS

    Member

    MEDICAL SOCIETY OF THE STATE NEW YORK

    Member

    SOCIETY of TEACHERS of FAMILY MEDICINE

    Member

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

    Dr. Clark's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699758029.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Clark?

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

    What is Dr. Melinda Clark's specialty?

    Dr. Clark is a Pediatrician near Albany, NY.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Melinda Clark affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Clark is affiliated with Albany Medical Center, Albany Med South Clinical Campus 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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. Melinda Clark accepting new patients in Albany, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Melinda Clark is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melinda Clark offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Clark's office at (518) 262-5316 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melinda Clark?

    Please contact Dr. Clark's office at (518) 262-5316 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Clark's office located?

    Dr. Clark's office is located in Albany, NY.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melinda Clark have?

    Dr. Melinda Clark is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.