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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kamel, Hospitalist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Melad Kamel, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kamel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kamel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kamel’s office at (570) 808-7300.
What languages does Dr. Kamel speak?
Dr. Kamel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kamel typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kamel 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. Kamel. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kamel typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Melad Kamel may include:
Please contact Dr. Kamel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kamel accept my insurance?
Dr. Kamel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-7300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kamel accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Kamel in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Kamel's office located?
Dr. Melad Kamel's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(570) 808-7300
What is Dr. Kamel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kamel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144591371.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kamel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kamel
What is Dr. Melad Kamel's specialty?
Dr. Kamel is a Hospitalist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Melad Kamel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kamel is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Geisinger Medical Center, Temple University 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melad Kamel accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Melad Kamel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melad Kamel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kamel's office at (570) 808-7300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melad Kamel?
Please contact Dr. Kamel's office at (570) 808-7300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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