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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melamed, Pulmonologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Kathryn Melamed, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Melamed graduated from University of California and completed her residency at Brigham & Women's Hospital Program. Dr. Melamed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melamed’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melamed’s office at (310) 825-7921.
Where did Dr. Melamed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brigham & Women's Hospital Program
Medical School: University of California
What languages does Dr. Melamed speak?
Dr. Melamed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Melamed typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Melamed 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. Melamed. 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 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Melamed typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Melamed 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. Melamed. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Melamed accept my insurance?
Dr. Melamed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 825-7921 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melamed accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Melamed in Santa Monica, 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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melamed's office located?
Dr. Kathryn Melamed's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 825-7921
What is Dr. Melamed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melamed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700148335.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melamed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melamed
What is Dr. Kathryn Melamed's specialty?
Dr. Melamed is a Pulmonologist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Kathryn Melamed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melamed is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kathryn Melamed accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Kathryn Melamed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kathryn Melamed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melamed's office at (310) 825-7921 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kathryn Melamed?
Please contact Dr. Melamed's office at (310) 825-7921 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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