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Dr. Clarice Melanson, DO

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pompton Plains, NJ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Melanson, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pompton Plains, NJ?

    Dr. Clarice Melanson, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pompton Plains, NJ with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Melanson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melanson’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melanson’s office at (603) 275-7203.

    What languages does Dr. Melanson speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Clarice Melanson may include:

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

    Does Dr. Melanson accept my insurance?

    Dr. Melanson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 275-7203 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Melanson accept in Pompton Plains, NJ?

    Dr. Melanson in Pompton Plains, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Melanson's office located?

    Dr. Clarice Melanson's Primary Practice

    97 W Parkway

    Pompton Plains, NJ 07444

    (603) 275-7203

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    Dr. Clarice Melanson's Practice 2

    703 Main St

    Paterson, NJ 07503

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

    Dr. Melanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144808817.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melanson?

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

    What is Dr. Clarice Melanson's specialty?

    Dr. Melanson is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pompton Plains, NJ.

    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. Clarice Melanson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Melanson is affiliated with St. Joseph's University Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Hackensack University Medical Center, Englewood Hospital, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center 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. Clarice Melanson accepting new patients in Pompton Plains, NJ?

    Yes, Dr. Clarice Melanson is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Clarice Melanson offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Melanson's office at (603) 275-7203 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Clarice Melanson?

    Please contact Dr. Melanson's office at (603) 275-7203 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Melanson's office located?

    Dr. Melanson's offices are located in Pompton Plains, NJ and Paterson, NJ.