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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Steele, Family Medicine Specialist in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Melinda Steele, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Steele is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Steele’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Steele’s office at (510) 248-3000.
Is Dr. Steele board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Steele, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Steele speak?
Dr. Steele and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Steele treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Steele 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. Steele. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Exercise Counseling
- Fitness Coaching
- Physical Activity Guidance
- Exercise Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7182: Exercise counseling
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mental Health Screening
- Behavioral Health Screening
- Psychological Assessment
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1330: Encounter for screening examination for mental health and behavioral disorders, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Steele perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melinda Steele may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Steele's office.
Does Dr. Steele accept my insurance?
Dr. Steele accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 248-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Steele accept in Riverside, CA?
Dr. Steele in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Presbyterian Health Plan
SGS North America Inc
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Steele's office located?
Dr. Melinda Steele's Primary Practice
4368 Central Ave
Riverside, CA 92506
(510) 248-3000
What is Dr. Steele's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Steele's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003040775.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Steele?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Steele
What is Dr. Melinda Steele's specialty?
Dr. Steele is a Family Medicine Specialist near Riverside, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Steele to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melinda Steele affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Steele is affiliated with Sharp 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melinda Steele accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Steele is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Steele offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Steele's office at (510) 248-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Steele?
Please contact Dr. Steele's office at (510) 248-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melinda Steele have?
Dr. Melinda Steele is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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