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Dr. Melony Parent, MD

Santa Barbara, CA

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Parent, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Melony Parent, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Barbara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Parent graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at Glendale Adventist Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Parent is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parent’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parent’s office at (805) 964-9886.

    Where did Dr. Parent go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Glendale Adventist Med Ctr, Family Medicine | Glendale Adventist Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Southern Ca Sch of Med, Los Angeles Ca | Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Parent board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Melony Parent, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Parent speak?

    Dr. Parent and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Parent treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Parent 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. Parent. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Insomnia
    • Sleeplessness
    • Trouble sleeping
    • Chronic insomnia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4700: Insomnia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • B Vitamins
    • B12 Anemia
    • Dietary B12 Anemia
    • Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D519: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • General Anxiety
    • Anxiety Problems
    • Nervous Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Localized Swelling
    • Edema
    • Localized Edema
    • Fluid Retention
    • Swelling in one area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R600: Localized edema

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Depression
    • Dysthymia
    • Persistent Depressive Disorder
    • Chronic Depression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F341: Dysthymic disorder

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    Which procedures does Dr. Parent perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melony Parent may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Parent's office.

    Does Dr. Parent accept my insurance?

    Dr. Parent accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 964-9886 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Parent accept in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Dr. Parent in Santa Barbara, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • HealthComp

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Parent's office located?

    Dr. Melony Parent's Primary Practice

    515 E Micheltorena St Ste A

    Santa Barbara, CA 93103

    (805) 964-9886

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    Dr. Melony Parent's Practice 2

    2320 Calle Real

    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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    Dr. Melony Parent's Practice 3

    5333 Hollister Ave Ste 210

    Santa Barbara, CA 93111

    (805) 964-9886

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

    Dr. Parent's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548332125.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parent?

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

    What is Dr. Melony Parent's specialty?

    Dr. Parent is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Barbara, 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. Parent to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melony Parent affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Parent is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Melony Parent accepting new patients in Santa Barbara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Melony Parent is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melony Parent offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Parent's office at (805) 964-9886 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melony Parent?

    Please contact Dr. Parent's office at (805) 964-9886 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melony Parent have?

    Dr. Melony Parent is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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