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Dr. Maria Teresa Mella, MD

Fort Lauderdale, FL

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    Who is Dr. Mella, Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Maria Teresa Mella, MD is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Mella is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mella’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mella’s office at (800) 243-3839.

    What languages does Dr. Mella speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Mella treat?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mella 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. Mella. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Births
    • Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
    • Pregnancy Care for Past Obstetric Problems
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Advanced Maternal Age Multiple Pregnancies
    • Elderly Multigravida Care
    • Older Mother with Prior Births Pregnancy Monitoring
    • Advanced Maternal Age First Pregnancy
    • Elderly Primigravida Care
    • Older First-Time Mom Pregnancy Monitoring
    • Monitoring Pregnancy After Reproductive Issues
    • Specialized Pregnancy Care for Previous Complications
    • High-Risk Obstetric History Management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09523: Supervision of elderly multigravida, third trimester
    • O09513: Supervision of elderly primigravida, third trimester
    • O09292: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, second trimester
    • O09293: Supervision of pregnancy with other poor reproductive or obstetric history, third trimester
    • O09521: Supervision of elderly multigravida, first trimester

    Also known as:

    • Pregnancy Care for Older Mothers with Previous Pregnancies
    • Pregnancy Care for Older First-Time Mothers
    • Supervision for Other High-Risk Pregnancies
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Pregnancy monitoring for older mothers
    • Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (multiple births)
    • Geriatric multigravida care
    • Older mom with previous pregnancies
    • Pregnancy monitoring for older first pregnancy
    • Managing pregnancy for advanced maternal age (first birth)
    • Geriatric primigravida care
    • Older first-time mom pregnancy
    • Monitoring for various high-risk pregnancies
    • Managing other complex pregnancies
    • Special care for high-risk pregnancy
    • Unspecified high-risk pregnancy management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O09522: Supervision of elderly multigravida, second trimester
    • O09512: Supervision of elderly primigravida, second trimester
    • O09892: Supervision of other high risk pregnancies, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Obesity during pregnancy
    • Obesity during Mid-Pregnancy
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Obesity
    • Maternal obesity
    • Obesity in pregnancy
    • Weight issues in pregnancy
    • Excess weight in second trimester
    • Mid-pregnancy obesity complications
    • High BMI during second trimester

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O99213: Obesity complicating pregnancy, third trimester
    • O99212: Obesity complicating pregnancy, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • Anemia during Late Pregnancy
    • Anemia during Mid-Pregnancy
    • Anemia
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Low iron in third trimester
    • Late pregnancy anemia
    • Blood deficiency during third trimester
    • Low iron in second trimester
    • Mid-pregnancy anemia
    • Blood deficiency during second trimester

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O99013: Anemia complicating pregnancy, third trimester
    • O99012: Anemia complicating pregnancy, second trimester

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Previous C-section Scar During Pregnancy
    • Cesarean Delivery
    • Prior Cesarean Section
    • Uterine Scar from C-section
    • C-section History in Pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O34219: Maternal care for unspecified type scar from previous cesarean delivery

    Also known as:

    • Fetal Abnormality
    • Birth Defects
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Congenital Anomaly
    • Fetal Malformation
    • Developmental Abnormality
    • Birth Defect

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O359XX0: Maternal care for (suspected) fetal abnormality and damage, unspecified, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Poor Fetal Growth
    • Health Problems in Pregnancy
    • Fetal Growth Restriction
    • Small for Gestational Age
    • Intrauterine Growth Restriction (IUGR)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O365930: Maternal care for other known or suspected poor fetal growth, third trimester, not applicable or unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure During Pregnancy
    • High Blood Pressure in Pregnancy
    • Chronic hypertension in pregnancy
    • Essential hypertension complicating pregnancy
    • Hypertension during gestation
    • Pre-existing high blood pressure in pregnancy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O10013: Pre-existing essential hypertension complicating pregnancy, third trimester

    Also known as:

    • Diet-Controlled Gestational Diabetes
    • Diabetes and Pregnancy
    • Gestational diabetes
    • Gestational diabetes managed by diet
    • Pregnancy diabetes diet control
    • GDM diet management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • O24410: Gestational diabetes mellitus in pregnancy, diet controlled

    Which procedures does Dr. Mella perform as a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?

    As a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Maria Teresa Mella may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mella's office.

    Does Dr. Mella accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 243-3839 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mella accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Mella in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Florida Blue / Guidewell

    • Humana

    • Molina

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Mella's office located?

    Dr. Maria Teresa Mella's Primary Practice

    1600 S Andrews Ave

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

    (800) 243-3839

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    Dr. Maria Teresa Mella's Practice 2

    160 NW 170th St

    North Miami Beach, FL 33169

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    Dr. Maria Teresa Mella's Practice 3

    16400 NW 2nd Ave Ste 101

    Miami, FL 33169

    (786) 416-6990

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

    Dr. Mella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184897381.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mella?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Teresa Mella's specialty?

    Dr. Mella is a Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. An obstetrician/gynecologist who specializes in the care of patients with pregnancy complications provides consultation and management for those experiencing obstetrical, medical, and surgical issues related to pregnancy. This specialist has advanced knowledge of the effects of these complications on both the mother and the fetus, as well as expertise in the latest diagnostic and treatment modalities for managing complicated pregnancies. Contact Dr. Mella to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Maria Teresa Mella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Mella is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    Where can I learn more about Maternal & Fetal Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Maria Teresa Mella accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Teresa Mella is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Teresa Mella offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mella's office at (800) 243-3839 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maria Teresa Mella?

    Please contact Dr. Mella's office at (800) 243-3839 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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