Dr. Melissa Pessin, MD, PHD
Clinical Pathologist
,Blood Banking & Transfusion Medicine Specialist
,Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist
Crown Point, IN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pessin, Clinical Pathologist in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Melissa Pessin, MD, PHD is a Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Crown Point, IN. She is board certified. Dr. Pessin completed her residency at Columbia University Medical Center. She is a member of the College of American Pathologists, American Society of Clinical Pathologists, American Association of Blood Banks, American Association of Clinical Chemistry, Academy of Clinical Laboratory Physicians & Scientists, and Clinical Laboratory Management Association. Dr. Pessin is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pessin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pessin’s office at (888) 824-0200.
Where did Dr. Pessin go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Columbia University Medical Center | New York-Presbyterian Hospital
Is Dr. Pessin board certified as a Clinical Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Pessin, MD, PHD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Pessin speak?
Dr. Pessin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Pessin typically treat?
As a Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Pessin 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. Pessin. 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 Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Endocrine Disorder
- Health Screening
- Hormone Disorder Screening
- Gland Disorder Screening
- Endocrine System Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1329: Encounter for screening for other suspected endocrine disorder
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:
- Liver Transplant
- Liver Transplantation
- Hepatic Transplant
- Liver Graft
- New Liver
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z944: Liver transplant status
What procedures does a Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Pessin typically perform?
As a Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Pessin may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
Please contact Dr. Pessin's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pessin accept my insurance?
Dr. Pessin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 824-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pessin accept in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Pessin in Crown Point, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pessin's office located?
Dr. Melissa Pessin's Primary Practice
10855 Virginia St Ste 1600
Crown Point, IN 46307
(888) 824-0200
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
College of American Pathologists
Fellow
American Society of Clinical Pathologists
Fellow
American Association of Blood Banks
Member
American Association of Clinical Chemistry
Member
Academy of Clinical Laboratory Physicians & Scientists
Member
Clinical Laboratory Management Association
Member
What is Dr. Pessin's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pessin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083704753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pessin?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pessin
What is Dr. Melissa Pessin's specialty?
Dr. Pessin is a Clinical Pathologist near Crown Point, IN.
What does a Clinical Pathologist do?
A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory applications of biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information obtained from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, and monitor diseases.
Is this Dr. Melissa Pessin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pessin is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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
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Is Melissa Pessin accepting new patients in Crown Point, IN?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Pessin is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Pessin offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pessin's office at (888) 824-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Pessin?
Please contact Dr. Pessin's office at (888) 824-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Pessin have?
Dr. Melissa Pessin is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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