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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mellum, Anesthesiologist in Carson City, NV?
Dr. Spencer Mellum, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Carson City, NV. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Mellum completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Health System, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Mellum is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mellum’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mellum’s office at (702) 878-0070.
Where did Dr. Mellum go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Health System, Anesthesiology; Univ Of Nv Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Mellum board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Spencer Mellum, DO is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Mellum speak?
Dr. Mellum and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mellum typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mellum 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. Mellum. 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:
- 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:
- Other tear of the medial meniscus in the right knee
- Other tear of the lateral meniscus in the right knee
- Cartilage Disorder
- Knee Injuries and Disorder
- Torn meniscus
- Knee cartilage tear
- Meniscal injury
- Torn knee cartilage
ICD-10 Codes:
- S83241A: Other tear of medial meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
- S83281A: Other tear of lateral meniscus, current injury, right knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis of the right shoulder
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
- M19011: Primary osteoarthritis, right shoulder
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Complete Rotator Cuff Tear
- Rotator Cuff Injuries
- Full Rotator Cuff Tear
- Complete Rotator Cuff Rupture
- Severed Shoulder Tendon
ICD-10 Codes:
- M75121: Complete rotator cuff tear or rupture of right shoulder, not specified as traumatic
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mellum typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mellum 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. Mellum. 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:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Mellum accept my insurance?
Dr. Mellum accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (702) 878-0070 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mellum accept in Carson City, NV?
Dr. Mellum in Carson City, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Nevada
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mellum's office located?
Dr. Spencer Mellum's Primary Practice
1600 Medical Pkwy
Carson City, NV 89703
(702) 878-0070
What is Dr. Mellum's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mellum's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811002793.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mellum?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mellum
What is Dr. Spencer Mellum's specialty?
Dr. Mellum is a Anesthesiologist near Carson City, NV.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Spencer Mellum affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mellum is affiliated with Carson Valley Health Hospital, Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center, Renown Regional 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
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Is Spencer Mellum accepting new patients in Carson City, NV?
Yes, Dr. Spencer Mellum is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Spencer Mellum offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mellum's office at (702) 878-0070 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Spencer Mellum?
Please contact Dr. Mellum's office at (702) 878-0070 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Spencer Mellum have?
Dr. Spencer Mellum is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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