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Dr. Melissa Ann Waters, MD

Pediatrician

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Waters, Pediatrician in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Melissa Ann Waters, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Waters is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waters’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waters’s office at (214) 369-7661.
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    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Waters?

    Dr. Melissa Ann Waters, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatrician known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Waters empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Primary Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Dallas, TX community, Dr. Waters is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Waters board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Ann Waters, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Waters speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Waters typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Waters 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. Waters. 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:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism
    • Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Phonological Disorder
    • Speech and Communication Disorder
    • Speech Sound Disorder
    • Articulation Disorder
    • Sound Production Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F800: Phonological disorder

    Also known as:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Malabsorption
    • Malabsorption Syndromes
    • Nutrient Malabsorption
    • Digestive Malabsorption
    • Malabsorption Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K909: Intestinal malabsorption, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Head Cold
    • Nasal Congestion
    • Upper Respiratory Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Waters typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Ann Waters may include:

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

    Does Dr. Waters accept my insurance?

    Dr. Waters accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 369-7661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Waters accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Waters in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Cigna Group

    • CoxHealth

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Waters' office located?

    Dr. Melissa Ann Waters' Primary Practice

    7859 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 200

    Dallas, TX 75230

    (214) 369-7661

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

    Dr. Waters's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366654758.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waters?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Ann Waters's specialty?

    Dr. Waters is a Pediatrician near Dallas, TX.

    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 Dr. Melissa Ann Waters affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Waters is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano 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 Dr. Melissa Ann Waters accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Ann Waters is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Ann Waters offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Waters' office at (214) 369-7661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Ann Waters?

    Please contact Dr. Waters' office at (214) 369-7661 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Waters' office located?

    Dr. Waters' office is located in Dallas, TX.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Ann Waters have?

    Dr. Melissa Ann Waters is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.