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Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Savannah, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guerra-Wallace, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Savannah, GA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Guerra-Wallace graduated from Kigezi International School Of Medicine. Dr. Guerra-Wallace is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guerra-Wallace’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guerra-Wallace’s office at (912) 350-3849.

    Where did Dr. Guerra-Wallace go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Kigezi International School Of Medicine | Makerere University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Guerra-Wallace board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Guerra-Wallace speak?

    Dr. Guerra-Wallace and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guerra-Wallace typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Guerra-Wallace 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. Guerra-Wallace. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
    • Stomach Flu Symptoms
    • Queasy and Vomiting

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Skin Rash
    • Rashes
    • Skin Eruption
    • Hives
    • Dermatitis
    • Skin Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Guerra-Wallace typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace may include:

    Please contact Dr. Guerra-Wallace's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Guerra-Wallace accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guerra-Wallace accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 350-3849 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guerra-Wallace accept in Savannah, GA?

    Dr. Guerra-Wallace in Savannah, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Healthgram

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Guerra-Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace's Primary Practice

    4700 Waters Ave

    Savannah, GA 31404

    (912) 350-3849

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    Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace's Practice 2

    459 GA Highway 119 S

    Springfield, GA 31329

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

    Dr. Guerra-Wallace's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396066841.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guerra-Wallace?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace's specialty?

    Dr. Guerra-Wallace is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Savannah, GA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guerra-Wallace is affiliated with Memorial Health, East Georgia Regional Medical Center, Candler Hospital, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall, Fairview Park Hospital, Beaufort Memorial 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace accepting new patients in Savannah, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guerra-Wallace's office at (912) 350-3849 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace?

    Please contact Dr. Guerra-Wallace's office at (912) 350-3849 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Guerra-Wallace's office located?

    Dr. Guerra-Wallace's offices are located in Savannah, GA and Springfield, GA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace have?

    Dr. Melissa Guerra-Wallace is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.