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Who is Dr. Melendez, Foot & Ankle Surgeon in Jackson Heights, NY?
Dr. Rolando Melendez is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, who primarily practices in Jackson Heights, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Melendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melendez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melendez’s office at (347) 696-4113.
What languages does Dr. Melendez speak?
Dr. Melendez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Melendez typically treat?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Melendez 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. Melendez. 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:
- Nail Fungus
- Tinea Infection
- Onychomycosis
- Fungal nail infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B351: Tinea unguium
Also known as:
- Athlete's Foot
- Tinea Pedis
- Foot Fungus
- Dermatophytosis of the Foot
ICD-10 Codes:
- B353: Tinea pedis
Also known as:
- Plantar Fibromatosis
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Ledderhose disease
- Plantar fasciitis nodule
- Foot fibromatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M722: Plantar fascial fibromatosis
Also known as:
- Left Foot Pain
- Right Foot Pain
- Foot Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left foot
- Left foot discomfort
- Sore left foot
- Aching right foot
- Right foot discomfort
- Pain in right sole
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79672: Pain in left foot
- M79671: Pain in right foot
Also known as:
- Heel Spur
- Bone Disease
- Heel Injuries and Disorder
- Calcaneal Bone Spur
- Heel Bone Spur
- Plantar Spur
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7731: Calcaneal spur, right foot
- M7732: Calcaneal spur, left foot
What procedures does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon like Dr. Melendez typically perform?
As a Foot & Ankle Surgeon, Dr. Melendez 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. Melendez. 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:
- Removal of Corns or Calluses
- Removal of Benign Skin Lesions
- Corns and Calluses
- Corn Excision
- Callus Trimming
- Hyperkeratotic Lesion Paring
- Corns and Calluses Treatment
- Benign Skin Growth Destruction
- Skin Lesion Excision
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Electrosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 11056: Paring or cutting of benign hyperkeratotic lesion (eg, corn or callus); 2 to 4 lesions
- 17110: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), of benign lesions other than skin tags or cutaneous vascular proliferative lesions; up to 14 lesions
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Also known as:
- Nail Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Nail Bed Biopsy
- Nail Matrix Biopsy
- Fingernail Biopsy
- Toenail Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 11755: Biopsy of nail unit (eg, plate, bed, matrix, hyponychium, proximal and lateral nail folds) (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Ingrown Toenail Removal
- Nail Matrix Excision
- Permanent Nail Removal
- Deformed Nail Surgery
- Toenail Avulsion
CPT Codes:
- 11750: Excision of nail and nail matrix, partial or complete (eg, ingrown or deformed nail), for permanent removal;
Also known as:
- Ankle or Foot Taping
- Ankle Strapping
- Foot Strapping
- Ankle Taping
- Foot Taping
CPT Codes:
- 29540: Strapping; ankle and/or foot
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Also known as:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Does Dr. Melendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Melendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (347) 696-4113 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melendez accept in Jackson Heights, NY?
Dr. Melendez in Jackson Heights, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Network Solutions
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
UnitedHealth Group
Visiting Nurse Service of New York
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Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?
Dr. Rolando Melendez's Primary Practice
9317 Roosevelt Ave Fl 1
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
(347) 696-4113
What is Dr. Melendez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629393350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melendez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melendez
What is Dr. Rolando Melendez's specialty?
Dr. Melendez is a Foot & Ankle Surgeon near Jackson Heights, NY.
What does a Foot & Ankle Surgeon do?
Podiatrist with specialization in foot and ankle surgery has expertise in diagnosing and treating conditions affecting the foot, ankle, and lower extremities. This includes both surgical and non-surgical approaches for issues like fractures, deformities, and arthritis, with a focus on improving mobility and foot health.
Is Dr. Rolando Melendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Dr. Melendez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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
When to see a Foot & Ankle Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dr. Rolando Melendez accepting new patients in Jackson Heights, NY?
Yes, Dr. Rolando Melendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rolando Melendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (347) 696-4113 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Rolando Melendez?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (347) 696-4113 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?
Dr. Melendez's offices are located in Jackson Heights, NY and Hampton Bays, NY.
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