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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Fulton, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Melody Fulton, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Fulton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Fulton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Fulton’s office at (805) 564-3233.
What languages does Dr. Fulton speak?
Dr. Fulton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fulton typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Fulton 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. Fulton. 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:
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Fulton typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melody Fulton may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Fulton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Fulton accept my insurance?
Dr. Fulton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 564-3233 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Fulton accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Fulton in Santa Monica, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicaid
Medicare
Spectrum
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Fulton's office located?
Dr. Melody Fulton's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(805) 564-3233
What is Dr. Fulton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Fulton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679153704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Fulton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Fulton
What is Dr. Melody Fulton's specialty?
Dr. Fulton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, CA.
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. Melody Fulton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Fulton is affiliated with Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital, Redlands Community Hospital 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
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Is Melody Fulton accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melody Fulton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melody Fulton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Fulton's office at (805) 564-3233 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melody Fulton?
Please contact Dr. Fulton's office at (805) 564-3233 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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