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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Engel, Pediatrician in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Melissa Engel, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Minneapolis, MN. Dr. Engel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Engel’s office at (612) 273-8383.
What languages does Dr. Engel speak?
Dr. Engel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Engel typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Engel 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. Engel. 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:
- Newborn Respiratory Failure
- Other Newborn Apnea
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Neonatal Respiratory Failure
- Infant Lung Failure
- Newborn Breathing Crisis
- Infant apnea
- Breathing pauses in babies
- Neonatal apnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- P285: Respiratory failure of newborn
- P2849: Other apnea of newborn
Also known as:
- Other Newborn Feeding Problems
- Slow Feeding in Newborns
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Other infant feeding difficulties
- Miscellaneous baby eating issues
- Neonatal feeding disorders
- Infant slow eating
- Baby taking long to feed
- Newborn feeding difficulties
ICD-10 Codes:
- P928: Other feeding problems of newborn
- P922: Slow feeding of newborn
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Other Newborn Lung Condition
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Neonatal Respiratory Issues
- Infant Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P2889: Other specified respiratory conditions of newborn
Also known as:
- Other Specified Lung Disorder
- Other Breathing Conditions
- Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
- Specific Lung Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J988: Other specified respiratory disorders
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Engel typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Engel may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Engel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Engel accept my insurance?
Dr. Engel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 273-8383 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Engel accept in Minneapolis, MN?
Dr. Engel in Minneapolis, MN 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 Minnesota
HealthPartners
State of Minnesota
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Engel's office located?
Dr. Melissa Engel's Primary Practice
2450 Riverside Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55454
(612) 273-8383
What is Dr. Engel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Engel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215199013.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Engel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Engel
What is Dr. Melissa Engel's specialty?
Dr. Engel is a Pediatrician near Minneapolis, MN.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Melissa Engel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Engel is affiliated with M Health Fairview St. John's Hospital, Fairview Ridges Hospital, M Health Fairview Southdale 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 a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Melissa Engel accepting new patients in Minneapolis, MN?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Engel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Engel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Engel's office at (612) 273-8383 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Engel?
Please contact Dr. Engel's office at (612) 273-8383 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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