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Dr. John Melnick, MD

Bethesda, MD

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Melnick, Internist in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. John Melnick, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bethesda, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Melnick completed his residency at Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Melnick is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melnick’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melnick’s office at (301) 258-0944.

    Where did Dr. Melnick go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Washington Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Melnick board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. John Melnick, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Melnick speak?

    Dr. Melnick and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Melnick treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Melnick 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. Melnick. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal
    • Lumbar Spinal Canal Narrowing
    • Lumbar Stenosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48061: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region without neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Cystostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Bladder Stoma Care
    • Urinary Diversion Care
    • Suprapubic Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
    • Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
    • AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
    • Urological Device Fitting
    • Bladder Device Adjustment
    • Catheter Fitting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device

    Also known as:

    • Lymphedema
    • Lymphatic Swelling
    • Fluid Retention in Limbs
    • Chronic Swelling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I890: Lymphedema, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Parkinson's Disease
    • PD
    • Shaking Palsy
    • Paralysis Agitans

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G20: Parkinson's disease

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Melnick perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. John Melnick may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melnick's office.

    Does Dr. Melnick accept my insurance?

    Dr. Melnick accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 258-0944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Melnick accept in Bethesda, MD?

    Dr. Melnick in Bethesda, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Melnick's office located?

    Dr. John Melnick's Primary Practice

    6410 Rockledge Dr Ste 600

    Bethesda, MD 20817

    (301) 258-0944

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    Dr. John Melnick's Practice 2

    9901 Medical Center Dr

    Rockville, MD 20850

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    Dr. John Melnick's Practice 3

    911 Russell Ave

    Gaithersburg, MD 20879

    (301) 258-0944

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    What is Dr. Melnick's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Melnick's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679654651.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melnick?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melnick

    What is Dr. John Melnick's specialty?

    Dr. Melnick is a Internist near Bethesda, MD.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Melnick to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. John Melnick affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Melnick 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 John Melnick accepting new patients in Bethesda, MD?

    Yes, Dr. John Melnick is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Melnick offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Melnick's office at (301) 258-0944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with John Melnick?

    Please contact Dr. Melnick's office at (301) 258-0944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Melnick have?

    Dr. John Melnick is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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