14 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Alba, Family Medicine Specialist in Peoria, AZ?
Dr. Melinda Alba, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Peoria, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Alba is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alba’s office.
Is Dr. Alba board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Alba, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Alba speak?
Dr. Alba and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alba typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Alba 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. Alba. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Acute Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Other acute sinusitis
- Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
- Different types of acute sinus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0180: Other acute sinusitis
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Alba typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melinda Alba may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Alba's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Alba accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Alba's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Alba's office located?
What is Dr. Alba's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alba's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841467263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alba?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alba
What is Dr. Melinda Alba's specialty?
Dr. Alba is a Family Medicine Specialist near Peoria, AZ.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Melinda Alba affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Alba 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melinda Alba accepting new patients in Peoria, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Alba is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Alba offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alba's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Alba?
Please contact Dr. Alba's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melinda Alba have?
Dr. Melinda Alba is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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