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Dr. Melba Taylor, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Carbondale, IL

14 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taylor, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Carbondale, IL?

    Dr. Melba Taylor, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Carbondale, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 14 years and is board certified. Dr. Taylor is currently affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale Emergency Services. Dr. Taylor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taylor’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taylor’s office at (618) 549-0721.

    Is Dr. Taylor board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Melba Taylor, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Taylor speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Taylor typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Taylor 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. Taylor. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    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:

    • Neck Muscle Strain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Pulled neck muscle
    • Cervical strain
    • Neck soft tissue strain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S161XXA: Strain of muscle, fascia and tendon at neck level, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Taylor typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melba Taylor may include:

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

    Does Dr. Taylor accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taylor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (618) 549-0721 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taylor accept in Carbondale, IL?

    Dr. Taylor in Carbondale, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Marshfield Clinic Health System

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?

    Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale Emergency Services

    405 W Jackson St

    Carbondale, IL 62901

    (618) 549-0721

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    Dr. Melba Taylor's Practice 2

    517 N Main St

    Anna, IL 62906

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

    Dr. Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225295116.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taylor?

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

    What is Dr. Melba Taylor's specialty?

    Dr. Taylor is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Carbondale, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Melba Taylor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taylor is affiliated with Aspirus Rhinelander Hospital, Springfield Hospital - Springfield, Vt, Aspirus Wausau Hospital, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Aspirus Stevens Point Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Melba Taylor accepting new patients in Carbondale, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Melba Taylor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melba Taylor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office at (618) 549-0721 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melba Taylor?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office at (618) 549-0721 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?

    Dr. Taylor's offices are located in Carbondale, IL and Anna, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melba Taylor have?

    Dr. Melba Taylor is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.