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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pointer, Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist in Conyers, GA?
Dr. Melanie Pointer, MD is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Conyers, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pointer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pointer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pointer’s office.
What languages does Dr. Pointer speak?
Dr. Pointer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Pointer typically treat?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, Dr. Pointer 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. Pointer. 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:
- Moderate Recurrent Major Depression
- Mild Recurrent Major Depression
- Depression
- Moderate chronic depression
- Moderate recurring depression
- Moderate depressive episodes
- Mild chronic depression
- Mild recurring depression
- Mild depressive episodes
ICD-10 Codes:
- F331: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, moderate
- F330: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, mild
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
What procedures does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist like Dr. Pointer typically perform?
As a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Pointer may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
Please contact Dr. Pointer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pointer accept my insurance?
Dr. Pointer 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. Pointer accept in Conyers, GA?
Dr. Pointer in Conyers, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pointer's office located?
What is Dr. Pointer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pointer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275736902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pointer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pointer
What is Dr. Melanie Pointer's specialty?
Dr. Pointer is a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist near Conyers, GA.
What does a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist do?
Child & Adolescent Psychiatry is a specialized branch of psychiatry that focuses on the unique developmental, behavioral, emotional, and mental health challenges faced by children and adolescents. Practitioners in this field undergo advanced training to diagnose and treat a wide range of disorders specific to these formative years.
Is this Dr. Melanie Pointer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pointer is affiliated with Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Emory Decatur 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 Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melanie Pointer accepting new patients in Conyers, GA?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Pointer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Pointer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pointer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Pointer?
Please contact Dr. Pointer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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