MD
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Diaz-Cardenas, Infectious Disease Specialist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Diaz-Cardenas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz-Cardenas’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz-Cardenas’s office.
Is Dr. Diaz-Cardenas board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Diaz-Cardenas speak?
Dr. Diaz-Cardenas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Diaz-Cardenas typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Diaz-Cardenas 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. Diaz-Cardenas. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Diaz-Cardenas typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Diaz-Cardenas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Diaz-Cardenas. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Does Dr. Diaz-Cardenas accept my insurance?
Dr. Diaz-Cardenas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz-Cardenas accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Diaz-Cardenas in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Alliant Health Plans
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Diaz-Cardenas' office located?
Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas' Primary Practice
3060 Mercer University Dr Ste 110
Atlanta, GA 30341
What is Dr. Diaz-Cardenas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diaz-Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548422843.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz-Cardenas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz-Cardenas
What is Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas's specialty?
Dr. Diaz-Cardenas is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diaz-Cardenas is affiliated with Piedmont Mountainside Hospital, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Atrium Health Navicent, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Union General Hospital - Blairsville, Ga 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melina Diaz-Cardenas accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diaz-Cardenas's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melina Diaz-Cardenas?
Please contact Dr. Diaz-Cardenas's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas have?
Dr. Melina Diaz-Cardenas is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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