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20 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Jenkins, Infectious Disease Specialist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Melissa Jenkins, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Jenkins completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Jenkins is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jenkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jenkins’s office at (216) 778-1000.
Where did Dr. Jenkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh
Is Dr. Jenkins board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Jenkins, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Jenkins speak?
Dr. Jenkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Jenkins typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis C
- Hepatitis C
- Long-term Hepatitis C
- Persistent Hepatitis C
- Hep C
ICD-10 Codes:
- B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
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
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Jenkins typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Jenkins may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Jenkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jenkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Jenkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 778-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jenkins accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Jenkins in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Devoted Health
Integrated Home Care Services
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Risant Health
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jenkins' office located?
Dr. Melissa Jenkins' Primary Practice
2500 Metrohealth Dr
Cleveland, OH 44109
(216) 778-1000
What is Dr. Jenkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jenkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295750560.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jenkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jenkins
What is Dr. Melissa Jenkins's specialty?
Dr. Jenkins is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Cleveland, OH.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Melissa Jenkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Jenkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Metrohealth - Main Campus Medical Center. 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease 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 Jenkins accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Jenkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Jenkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jenkins's office at (216) 778-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Jenkins?
Please contact Dr. Jenkins's office at (216) 778-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Jenkins have?
Dr. Melissa Jenkins is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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