MD
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Desilva, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Melani Desilva, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Desilva graduated from Rutgers. Dr. Desilva is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desilva’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desilva’s office at (804) 754-3776.
Where did Dr. Desilva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Whitwatersrand | Rutgers | University of The Witwatersrand, Faculty of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Desilva speak?
Dr. Desilva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Desilva treat?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desilva 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. Desilva. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Newborn Checkup (Under 8 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
- Early infant health exam
- First week baby checkup
- Post-delivery newborn exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
- Z00110: Health examination for newborn under 8 days old
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Left Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
- Left Middle Ear Infection
- Left Otitis Media
- Left Earache
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66003: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, bilateral
- H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
- H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Other Acute Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Other acute sinusitis
- Unspecified acute sinus inflammation
- Different types of acute sinus infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0180: Other acute sinusitis
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Desilva perform as a Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
As a Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melani Desilva may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Desilva's office.
Does Dr. Desilva accept my insurance?
Dr. Desilva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 754-3776 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desilva accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Desilva in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
AmeriBen
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Other TPA
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Desilva's office located?
Dr. Melani Desilva's Primary Practice
10410 Ridgefield Pkwy
Richmond, VA 23233
(804) 754-3776
What is Dr. Desilva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desilva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891710265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desilva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desilva
What is Dr. Melani Desilva's specialty?
Dr. Desilva is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Richmond, VA. Contact Dr. Desilva to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melani Desilva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desilva is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Adolescent Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melani Desilva accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Melani Desilva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melani Desilva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desilva's office at (804) 754-3776 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melani Desilva?
Please contact Dr. Desilva's office at (804) 754-3776 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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