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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melford, Cardiologist in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Ryland Melford, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Laguna Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years. Dr. Melford is fluent in English, Chinese, Korean, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melford’s office at (949) 770-6252.
What languages does Dr. Melford speak?
Dr. Melford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Korean
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Melford typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Melford 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. Melford. 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:
- Heart Palpitations
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Melford typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ryland Melford may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Melford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melford accept my insurance?
Dr. Melford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 770-6252 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melford accept in Laguna Hills, CA?
Dr. Melford in Laguna Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melford's office located?
Dr. Ryland Melford's Primary Practice
24411 Health Center Dr Ste 550
Laguna Hills, CA 92653
(949) 770-6252
What is Dr. Melford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598874869.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melford
What is Dr. Ryland Melford's specialty?
Dr. Melford is a Cardiologist near Laguna Hills, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Ryland Melford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melford is affiliated with Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Uci Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Providence St. Jude 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ryland Melford accepting new patients in Laguna Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ryland Melford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ryland Melford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melford's office at (949) 770-6252 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ryland Melford?
Please contact Dr. Melford's office at (949) 770-6252 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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