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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wright, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Melvin Wright, DO is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Morgantown, WV. He is board certified. Dr. Wright is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (304) 598-4000.
What languages does Dr. Wright speak?
Dr. Wright and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Wright treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Which procedures does Dr. Wright perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melvin Wright may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Wright's office.
Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?
Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (304) 598-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Morgantown, WV?
Dr. Wright in Morgantown, WV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Wright's office located?
Dr. Melvin Wright's Primary Practice
1 Medical Center Dr
Morgantown, WV 26506
(304) 598-4000
What is Dr. Wright's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427138387.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wright
What is Dr. Melvin Wright's specialty?
Dr. Wright is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Morgantown, WV. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Wright to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melvin Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with Wvu Medicine - J.w. Ruby Memorial Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melvin Wright accepting new patients in Morgantown, WV?
Yes, Dr. Melvin Wright is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melvin Wright offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (304) 598-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melvin Wright?
Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (304) 598-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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