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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brandes, Internist in South Burlington, VT?
Dr. Melissa Brandes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in South Burlington, VT with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Brandes graduated from State University of New York Upstate Medical University and completed her residency at Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Internal Medicine. Dr. Brandes is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brandes’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brandes’s office at (802) 860-1441.
Where did Dr. Brandes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fletcher Allen Hlth Care, Internal Medicine | University of Vermont/Fletcher Allen Health Care Program
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny | State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Brandes board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Brandes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brandes speak?
Dr. Brandes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Brandes typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Brandes 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. Brandes. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Brandes typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Brandes performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Brandes. 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:
- Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
- Cerumen Impaction Removal
- Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
- Professional Ear Cleaning
CPT Codes:
- 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral
Does Dr. Brandes accept my insurance?
Dr. Brandes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (802) 860-1441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brandes accept in South Burlington, VT?
Dr. Brandes in South Burlington, VT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Vermont
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Brandes' office located?
Dr. Melissa Brandes' Primary Practice
550 Hinesburg Rd Ste 201
South Burlington, VT 05403
(802) 860-1441
What is Dr. Brandes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brandes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265468318.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brandes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brandes
What is Dr. Melissa Brandes's specialty?
Dr. Brandes is a Internist near South Burlington, VT.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Melissa Brandes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brandes is affiliated with Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Cheshire Medical Center, York 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Brandes accepting new patients in South Burlington, VT?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Brandes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Brandes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brandes's office at (802) 860-1441 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Brandes?
Please contact Dr. Brandes's office at (802) 860-1441 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Brandes have?
Dr. Melissa Brandes is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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