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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gaitanis, Infectious Disease Specialist in Providence, RI?
Dr. Melissa Gaitanis, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Providence, RI with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Gaitanis completed her residency at New England Med Ctr Hosps, Infectious Diseases; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gaitanis is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gaitanis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gaitanis’s office at (401) 793-2928.
Where did Dr. Gaitanis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New England Med Ctr Hosps, Infectious Diseases; Yale New Haven Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Gaitanis board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Gaitanis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gaitanis speak?
Dr. Gaitanis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Gaitanis typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, conditions treated by Dr. Melissa Gaitanis may include:
Please contact Dr. Gaitanis' office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Gaitanis typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Gaitanis may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Gaitanis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gaitanis accept my insurance?
Dr. Gaitanis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 793-2928 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gaitanis accept in Providence, RI?
Dr. Gaitanis in Providence, RI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island
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Where is Dr. Gaitanis' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Gaitanis affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Gaitanis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Gaitanis's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gaitanis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922052117.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gaitanis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gaitanis
What is Dr. Melissa Gaitanis's specialty?
Dr. Gaitanis is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Providence, RI.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is Dr. Melissa Gaitanis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gaitanis is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital 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 Dr. Melissa Gaitanis accepting new patients in Providence, RI?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Gaitanis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Gaitanis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gaitanis' office at (401) 793-2928 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Gaitanis?
Please contact Dr. Gaitanis' office at (401) 793-2928 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Gaitanis' office located?
Dr. Gaitanis' office is located in Providence, RI.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Gaitanis have?
Dr. Melissa Gaitanis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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