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Who is Dr. Roca, Family Medicine Specialist in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Mel Roca, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Council Bluffs, IA. He is board certified. Dr. Roca completed his residency at Methodist Hospital - Family Medicine, Sacramento, CA. Dr. Roca is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Roca’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Roca’s office at (712) 328-9100.
Where did Dr. Roca go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hospital - Family Medicine, Sacramento, CA | Methodist Hospital of Sacramento
Is Dr. Roca board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Mel Roca, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Roca speak?
Dr. Roca and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Roca typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Roca 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. Roca. 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 here.
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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Roca typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Mel Roca may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Roca's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Roca accept my insurance?
Dr. Roca accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (712) 328-9100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Roca accept in Council Bluffs, IA?
Dr. Roca in Council Bluffs, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Roca's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mel Roca?
Dr. Roca has appointments available at his Council Bluffs, IA office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Roca's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Roca's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841427564.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Roca?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Roca
What is Dr. Mel Roca's specialty?
Dr. Roca is a Family Medicine Specialist near Council Bluffs, IA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Mel Roca affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Roca is affiliated with Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Mel Roca accepting new patients in Council Bluffs, IA?
Yes, Dr. Mel Roca is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mel Roca offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Roca, or call (712) 328-9100 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Mel Roca?
Please contact Dr. Roca's office at (712) 328-9100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mel Roca have?
Dr. Mel Roca is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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