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Who is Dr. Melek, Family Medicine Specialist in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Maged Melek, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Melek is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melek’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melek’s office at (951) 846-2611.
What languages does Dr. Melek speak?
Dr. Melek and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Melek treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Melek 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. Melek. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Melek perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Maged Melek may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melek's office.
Does Dr. Melek accept my insurance?
Dr. Melek accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 846-2611 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melek accept in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Melek in Whittier, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Bright Health
Centene
City of Los Angeles
GlobalHealth
Heritage Health
Medicaid
Other Provider Networks
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Where is Dr. Melek's office located?
What is Dr. Melek's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melek's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154674877.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melek?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melek
What is Dr. Maged Melek's specialty?
Dr. Melek is a Family Medicine Specialist near Whittier, 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. Melek to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maged Melek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Melek is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Pih Health Downey 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?
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Is Maged Melek accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?
Yes, Dr. Maged Melek is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maged Melek offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melek's office at (951) 846-2611 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maged Melek?
Please contact Dr. Melek's office at (951) 846-2611 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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