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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melstrom, Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) in Glendora, CA?
Dr. Kurt Melstrom, MD is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), who primarily practices in Glendora, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Melstrom is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melstrom’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melstrom’s office at (626) 914-3921.
What languages does Dr. Melstrom speak?
Dr. Melstrom and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Melstrom treat?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), Dr. Melstrom 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. Melstrom. 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:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Colon cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- Colon Cancer
- Ascending Colon Cancer
- Bowel Cancer
- Colorectal Carcinoma
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
- Rectal Cancer
- Transverse Colon Cancer
- Descending Colon Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum
- C187: Malignant neoplasm of sigmoid colon
- C182: Malignant neoplasm of ascending colon
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
- C19: Malignant neoplasm of rectosigmoid junction
- C184: Malignant neoplasm of transverse colon
- C186: Malignant neoplasm of descending colon
Also known as:
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Second Degree Hemorrhoids
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
- Internal hemorrhoids that prolapse
- Grade 2 hemorrhoids
- Moderate hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
- K641: Second degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Anal Cancer
- Anal Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Anus Cancer
- Anal Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C210: Malignant neoplasm of anus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Anal and Rectal Condition
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Proctitis
- Anal Disorders
- Rectal Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6289: Other specified diseases of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Cancer Follow-up Exam
- Cancer
- Post-cancer treatment checkup
- Malignancy surveillance
- Oncology follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z08: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Intestine Diverticulitis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Inflamed Bowel Diverticula
- Bowel Diverticular Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5792: Diverticulitis of intestine, part unspecified, without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Also known as:
- Ileostomy Care
- Ostomy
- Ileostomy Management
- Small Intestine Stoma Care
- Ileostomy Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z432: Encounter for attention to ileostomy
Also known as:
- Cancer Spread to Liver and Bile Duct
- Liver Cancer
- Metastatic Liver Cancer
- Secondary Liver Tumor
- Liver Metastasis
ICD-10 Codes:
- C787: Secondary malignant neoplasm of liver and intrahepatic bile duct
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Anal Fissure
- Anal Disorder
- Rectal Tear
- Fissure in Anus
- Perianal Fissure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K602: Anal fissure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anal Fistula
- Anal Disorder
- Fistulas
- Perianal Fistula
- Fistula-in-Ano
- Abnormal Anal Tract
ICD-10 Codes:
- K603: Anal fistula
Which procedures does Dr. Melstrom perform as a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
As a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist), procedures performed by a Dr. Kurt Melstrom may include:
- Abdominal Colorectal Surgery
- Anal Pap Smear
- Anoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colorectal Surgeon Consultation
- Colorectal Surgeon Follow Up
- Colorectal Surgery
- Colorectal Surgery Second Opinion
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melstrom's office.
Does Dr. Melstrom accept my insurance?
Dr. Melstrom accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (626) 914-3921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melstrom accept in Glendora, CA?
Dr. Melstrom in Glendora, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Inland Empire
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Melstrom's office located?
Dr. Kurt Melstrom's Primary Practice
412 W Carroll Ave Ste 200
Glendora, CA 91741
(626) 914-3921
What is Dr. Melstrom's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melstrom's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508026832.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melstrom?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melstrom
What is Dr. Kurt Melstrom's specialty?
Dr. Melstrom is a Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist) near Glendora, CA. A colon and rectal surgeon possesses the expertise to diagnose and treat a variety of ailments affecting the intestinal tract, including the colon, rectum, anal canal, and perianal area, through both medical and surgical interventions. Furthermore, this professional also engages with other organs and tissues, including the liver, urinary system, and female reproductive system, that are relevant to primary intestinal disorders. Contact Dr. Melstrom to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kurt Melstrom affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melstrom is affiliated with City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Colon & Rectal Surgeon (Proctologist)?
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Is Kurt Melstrom accepting new patients in Glendora, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kurt Melstrom is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kurt Melstrom offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melstrom's office at (626) 914-3921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kurt Melstrom?
Please contact Dr. Melstrom's office at (626) 914-3921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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