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Who is Dr. Melgar, Neurosurgeon in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Miguel Melgar, MD is a Neurosurgeon, who primarily practices in Gulfport, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery. Dr. Melgar completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Neurological Surgery; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Melgar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melgar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melgar’s office at (504) 988-2300.
Where did Dr. Melgar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Neurological Surgery; Brookdale Univ Hosp Med Ctr, General Surgery
Medical School: University Nac Mayor De San Marcos- Prog Acad De Med Humana- Lima- Peru
Is Dr. Melgar board certified in Neurosurgeon?
Yes, Dr. Miguel Melgar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery
What languages does Dr. Melgar speak?
Dr. Melgar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Melgar treat?
As a Neurosurgeon, Dr. Melgar 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. Melgar. 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.
Also known as:
- Neck Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
- Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Spinal Stenosis
- Narrowing of Neck Spinal Canal
- Cervical Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Cervical Stenosis
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
- Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
- Lumbar Stenosis
- Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
- Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
- Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4802: Spinal stenosis, cervical region
- M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication
- M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Neck Disc Degeneration
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Neck
- Worn Neck Discs
- Cervical Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5030: Other cervical disc degeneration, unspecified cervical region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lower Back Discs
- Lumbar Spondylosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M51369: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region without mention of lumbar back pain or lower extremity pain
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Neck
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Back Pain
- Cervical Radiculopathy
- Neck Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Neck
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Lower Back and Tailbone Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
- Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Herniated Disc in Lumbosacral Region with Radiculopathy
- Lumbosacral Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region
- M5117: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbosacral region
Also known as:
- Joint Fusion Status
- Surgical Joint Fusion
- Arthrodesis History
- Fused Joint
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z981: Arthrodesis status
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Benign Meningioma
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous brain or spinal lining tumor
- Meningeal tumor
- Brain membrane tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D329: Benign neoplasm of meninges, unspecified
Also known as:
- Trigeminal Neuralgia
- Tic Douloureux
- Facial Nerve Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G500: Trigeminal neuralgia
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Benign Pituitary Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Pituitary Disorder
- Pituitary Tumor Treatment (PDQ)
- Prolactinoma
- Non-cancerous growth in pituitary gland
- Pituitary adenoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D352: Benign neoplasm of pituitary gland
Also known as:
- Back Pain
- Backache
- Dorsalgia
- Spinal Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- M549: Dorsalgia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Neck Spondylosis
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Spondylosis
- Neck Arthritis
- Degenerative Neck Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region
Also known as:
- Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-neurological surgery care
- Brain surgery aftercare
- Spine surgery aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system
Also known as:
- Spondylolisthesis of the Lower Back
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Slipped Vertebra in Lower Back
- Lumbar Spondylolisthesis
- Lower Back Spinal Slip
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4316: Spondylolisthesis, lumbar region
Does Dr. Melgar accept my insurance?
Dr. Melgar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 988-2300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melgar accept in Gulfport, MS?
Dr. Melgar in Gulfport, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Mutual of Omaha
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Melgar's office located?
What is Dr. Melgar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melgar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821181942.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melgar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melgar
What is Dr. Miguel Melgar's specialty?
Dr. Melgar is a Neurosurgeon near Gulfport, MS. A neurological surgeon is responsible to provide the operative and non-operative management which includes prevention, diagnosis, evaluation, treatment, critical care, & rehabilitation of various disorders related to the central, peripheral, and autonomic nervous systems. This includes their supporting structures and vascular supply, the complete evaluation and treatment of pathological process which is known to modify function or activity of the nervous system, the operative & non-operative management of pain. A neurological surgeon has specialization in treating patients with disorders of the nervous system which includes conditions affecting the brain, meninges, skull, and their blood supply, such as the extracranial carotid and vertebral arteries. They also manage disorders related to the pituitary gland, spinal cord, meninges, and vertebral column, including those that may require spinal fusion or instrumentation. In addition to this, they treat conditions affecting the cranial and spinal nerves throughout their course in the body. Contact Dr. Melgar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Miguel Melgar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melgar is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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 Miguel Melgar accepting new patients in Gulfport, MS?
Yes, Dr. Miguel Melgar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Miguel Melgar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melgar's office at (504) 988-2300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Miguel Melgar?
Please contact Dr. Melgar's office at (504) 988-2300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Miguel Melgar have?
Dr. Miguel Melgar is certified by the American Board of Neurological Surgery.
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