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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mella-Picel, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Chicago, IL. Dr. Mella-Picel is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mella-Picel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mella-Picel’s office at (773) 930-3642.
What languages does Dr. Mella-Picel speak?
Dr. Mella-Picel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mella-Picel typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mella-Picel 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. Mella-Picel. 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:
- Other General Medical Examination
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- General Health Checkup
- Comprehensive Medical Exam
- Miscellaneous Physical Exam
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z008: Encounter for other general examination
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mella-Picel typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel may include:
Please contact Dr. Mella-Picel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mella-Picel accept my insurance?
Dr. Mella-Picel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 930-3642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mella-Picel accept in Chicago, IL?
Dr. Mella-Picel in Chicago, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mella-Picel's office located?
Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel's Primary Practice
4959 W Belmont Ave Ste N
Chicago, IL 60641
(773) 930-3642
What is Dr. Mella-Picel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mella-Picel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770713125.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mella-Picel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mella-Picel
What is Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel's specialty?
Dr. Mella-Picel is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Chicago, IL.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mella-Picel is affiliated with Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Advocate Lutheran General Hospital 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Carlos Mella-Picel accepting new patients in Chicago, IL?
Yes, Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mella-Picel's office at (773) 930-3642 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carlos Mella-Picel?
Please contact Dr. Mella-Picel's office at (773) 930-3642 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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