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Who is Dr. Perez Dones, Family Medicine Specialist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Melanie Perez Dones, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. Dr. Perez Dones is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perez Dones’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perez Dones’s office at (210) 358-4000.
What languages does Dr. Perez Dones speak?
Dr. Perez Dones and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Perez Dones typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Perez Dones 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. Perez Dones. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Traumatic Subdural Brain Bleed
- Subdural Hematoma
- Head Bleed
- Brain Hemorrhage
- Head Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S065XAA: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage with loss of consciousness status unknown, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Femoral Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72142A: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of left femur, initial encounter for closed fracture
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Perez Dones typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Perez Dones may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Perez Dones' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Perez Dones accept my insurance?
Dr. Perez Dones accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perez Dones accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Perez Dones in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perez Dones' office located?
Dr. Melanie Perez Dones' Primary Practice
4502 Medical Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 358-4000
What is Dr. Perez Dones's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perez Dones's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558981670.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perez Dones?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perez Dones
What is Dr. Melanie Perez Dones's specialty?
Dr. Perez Dones is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Antonio, TX.
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 this Dr. Melanie Perez Dones affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perez Dones is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Christus Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 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 Melanie Perez Dones accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Perez Dones is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Perez Dones offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perez Dones's office at (210) 358-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Perez Dones?
Please contact Dr. Perez Dones's office at (210) 358-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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