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Dr. Sunny Melendez, MD

Torrance, CA

35 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Melendez, Endocrinologist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Sunny Melendez, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Melendez graduated from University of California and completed her residency at La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Melendez is fluent in English and Korean, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melendez’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melendez’s office at (310) 542-7733.

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

    • Residency: La Co Harbor Ucla Med Ctr, Endocrinology, Diabetes & Metabolism; Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: Korea Univ Coll of Med, Chong-no-ku, Seoul, So Korea | University of California | Korea University / College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Melendez board certified in Endocrinologist?

    Yes, Dr. Sunny Melendez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Melendez speak?

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

    • English

    • Korean

    What conditions does Dr. Melendez treat?

    As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Melendez 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. Melendez. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Magnesium Deficiency
    • Malnutrition
    • Minerals
    • Low Magnesium
    • Lack of Magnesium
    • Hypomagnesemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E612: Magnesium deficiency

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Other High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Other hyperlipidemia
    • Other high lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • E7849: Other hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Other specified liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis
    • Uncommon liver conditions
    • Rare liver diseases
    • Specific liver disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
    • K7689: Other specified diseases of liver

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Antibody Response Test
    • Immune Response Test
    • Antibody Level Check
    • Immunity Assessment

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0184: Encounter for antibody response examination

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Loss
    • Involuntary Weight Loss
    • Significant Weight Loss
    • Unintentional Weight Loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R634: Abnormal weight loss

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Disease
    • Artery Disease
    • Blood Vessel Disorder
    • Circulatory System Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I779: Disorder of arteries and arterioles, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Does Dr. Melendez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Melendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 542-7733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Melendez accept in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Melendez in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • International Longshore & Warehouse Union

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?

    Dr. Sunny Melendez's Primary Practice

    2841 Lomita Blvd Ste 205

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (310) 542-7733

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

    Dr. Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033293576.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melendez?

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

    What is Dr. Sunny Melendez's specialty?

    Dr. Melendez is a Endocrinologist near Torrance, CA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Melendez to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sunny Melendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Melendez is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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

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    Is Sunny Melendez accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sunny Melendez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sunny Melendez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (310) 542-7733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sunny Melendez?

    Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (310) 542-7733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sunny Melendez have?

    Dr. Sunny Melendez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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