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Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras, MD

Donna, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Salcedo Porras, Family Medicine Specialist in Donna, TX?

    Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Donna, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Salcedo Porras is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salcedo Porras’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salcedo Porras’s office at (956) 464-2402.

    What languages does Dr. Salcedo Porras speak?

    Dr. Salcedo Porras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salcedo Porras typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Salcedo Porras 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. Salcedo Porras. 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:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Salcedo Porras typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras may include:

    Please contact Dr. Salcedo Porras' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Salcedo Porras accept my insurance?

    Dr. Salcedo Porras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 464-2402 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Salcedo Porras accept in Donna, TX?

    Dr. Salcedo Porras in Donna, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Universal Health Services

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Salcedo Porras' office located?

    Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras' Primary Practice

    307 N Salinas Blvd

    Donna, TX 78537

    (956) 464-2402

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    Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras' Practice 2

    2810 W Expressway 83

    Weslaco, TX 78599

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    Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras' Practice 3

    2010 E Business Highway 83

    Donna, TX 78537

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    What is Dr. Salcedo Porras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Salcedo Porras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972120616.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salcedo Porras?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salcedo Porras

    What is Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras's specialty?

    Dr. Salcedo Porras is a Family Medicine Specialist near Donna, 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. Melissa Salcedo Porras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Salcedo Porras is affiliated with Dhr Health 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

    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 Melissa Salcedo Porras accepting new patients in Donna, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Salcedo Porras offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salcedo Porras's office at (956) 464-2402 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Salcedo Porras?

    Please contact Dr. Salcedo Porras's office at (956) 464-2402 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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