Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mellender, Anesthesiologist in Somerville, NJ?
Where did Dr. Mellender go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: State University of New York Upstate Medical University
Is Dr. Mellender board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Scott Mellender, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology , American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Mellender speak?
Dr. Mellender and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mellender typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mellender 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. Mellender. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
- Back Pain
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Lumbar Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Nerve Compression
- Compressed Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Mellender typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Mellender performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mellender. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Mellender accept my insurance?
Dr. Mellender accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 235-6153 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mellender accept in Somerville, NJ?
Dr. Mellender in Somerville, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Mellender's office located?
Dr. Scott Mellender's Primary Practice
110 Rehill Ave
Somerville, NJ 08876
(732) 235-6153
What hospitals are Dr. Mellender affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Mellender has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Mellender's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mellender's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710135785.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mellender?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mellender