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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melvin, Thoracic Surgeon in Cranberry Township, PA?
Dr. Thomas Melvin, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cranberry Township, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Melvin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melvin’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melvin’s office at (412) 647-6340.
What languages does Dr. Melvin speak?
Dr. Melvin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Melvin treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Melvin 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. Melvin. 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.
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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Left Lung Cancer
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Diaphragmatic Hernia
- Hernia
- Hiatal Hernia
- Hernia of the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- K449: Diaphragmatic hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Personal History of Other Lung and Bronchus Cancer
- Bronchial Disorder
- Cancer
- Lung Cancer
- Past lung cancer
- Previous bronchial malignancy
- History of lung tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z85118: Personal history of other malignant neoplasm of bronchus and lung
What procedures does Dr. Melvin perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Melvin 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. Melvin. 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.
Also known as:
- Esophagus Widening Procedure (Endoscopic)
- Esophageal Dilation
- EGD with Dilation
- Upper Endoscopy with Widening
CPT Codes:
- 43248: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with insertion of guide wire followed by passage of dilator(s) through esophagus over guide wire
Does Dr. Melvin accept my insurance?
Dr. Melvin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-6340 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melvin accept in Cranberry Township, PA?
Dr. Melvin in Cranberry Township, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Highmark Inc.
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Melvin's office located?
Dr. Thomas Melvin's Primary Practice
1 Saint Francis Way
Cranberry Township, PA 16066
(412) 647-6340
What is Dr. Melvin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467989855.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melvin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melvin
What is Dr. Thomas Melvin's specialty?
Dr. Melvin is a Thoracic Surgeon near Cranberry Township, PA. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Melvin to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thomas Melvin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melvin is affiliated with UPMC Passavant-McCandless, UPMC Hamot, Meadville Medical Center, Butler Memorial Hospital, Olean General Hospital, Heritage Valley Sewickley 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 Thomas Melvin accepting new patients in Cranberry Township, PA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Melvin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Melvin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melvin's office at (412) 647-6340 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Melvin?
Please contact Dr. Melvin's office at (412) 647-6340 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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