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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Encarnacion, Family Medicine Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Melissa Encarnacion, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Encarnacion is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Encarnacion’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Encarnacion’s office at (877) 426-5637.
What languages does Dr. Encarnacion speak?
Dr. Encarnacion and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Encarnacion typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Encarnacion 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. Encarnacion. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Third Trimester Prenatal Care
- Second Trimester Prenatal Care
- Prenatal Care
- Late Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Third Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Third Trimester)
- Mid-Pregnancy Check-ups
- Routine Second Trimester Care
- Maternity Care (Second Trimester)
- Late pregnancy care
- Third trimester check-ups
- Antenatal care in late pregnancy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3483: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, third trimester
- Z3482: Encounter for supervision of other normal pregnancy, second trimester
- Z3403: Encounter for supervision of normal first pregnancy, third trimester
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Encarnacion typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Encarnacion may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Encarnacion's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Encarnacion accept my insurance?
Dr. Encarnacion accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 426-5637 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Encarnacion accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Encarnacion in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Encarnacion's office located?
Dr. Melissa Encarnacion's Primary Practice
622 W 168th St
New York, NY 10032
(877) 426-5637
What hospitals are Dr. Encarnacion affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Encarnacion has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center,New York, NY
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center,New York, NY
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Calvary Hospital Bronx Campus,Bronx, NY
Calvary Hospital Bronx Campus,Bronx, NY
What is Dr. Encarnacion's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Encarnacion's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518531524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Encarnacion?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Encarnacion
What is Dr. Melissa Encarnacion's specialty?
Dr. Encarnacion is a Family Medicine Specialist near New York, NY.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is Dr. Melissa Encarnacion affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Encarnacion is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Encarnacion accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Encarnacion is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Encarnacion offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Encarnacion's office at (877) 426-5637 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Encarnacion?
Please contact Dr. Encarnacion's office at (877) 426-5637 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Encarnacion's office located?
Dr. Encarnacion's office is located in New York, NY.
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