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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kinchen, Orthopedic Spine Surgeon in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Melanie Kinchen, MD is an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Kinchen completed her residency at Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals. She is a member of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Dr. Kinchen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kinchen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kinchen’s office at (404) 265-6701.
Where did Dr. Kinchen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Johns Hopkins Hospital-ORT
Residency: Johns Hopkins University Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Kinchen board certified as an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Kinchen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kinchen speak?
Dr. Kinchen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Kinchen typically treat?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, conditions treated by Dr. Melanie Kinchen may include:
Please contact Dr. Kinchen's office directly to confirm care for your specific condition, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
What procedures does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon like Dr. Kinchen typically perform?
As an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon, Dr. Kinchen 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. Kinchen. 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:
- Spine Allograft Placement
- Spinal Bone Graft
- Osteopromotive Material Spine
- Donor Bone Graft Spine
- Spine Fusion Material
CPT Codes:
- 20930: Allograft, morselized, or placement of osteopromotive material, for spine surgery only (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Kinchen accept my insurance?
Dr. Kinchen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 265-6701 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kinchen accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Kinchen in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kinchen's office located?
Dr. Melanie Kinchen's Primary Practice
285 Boulevard NE Ste 635
Atlanta, GA 30312
(404) 265-6701
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melanie Kinchen?
Dr. Kinchen has appointments available at her Atlanta, GA office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow
What is Dr. Kinchen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kinchen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134142029.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kinchen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kinchen
What is Dr. Melanie Kinchen's specialty?
Dr. Kinchen is a Orthopedic Spine Surgeon near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Orthopedic Spine Surgeon do?
Orthopaedic surgeons specializing in the spine, recognized by several state medical boards as a fellowship subspecialty of orthopaedic surgery, focus on the evaluation and treatment for both nonoperative and operative of a wide range of primary spinal disorders. These include trauma, degenerative conditions, deformities, tumors, and reconstructive issues related to the spine.
Is this Dr. Melanie Kinchen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kinchen is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Southern Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Fayette 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 Orthopedic Spine Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melanie Kinchen accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Kinchen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Kinchen offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Kinchen, or call (404) 265-6701 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Kinchen?
Please contact Dr. Kinchen's office at (404) 265-6701 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Kinchen have?
Dr. Melanie Kinchen is certified by the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery.
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