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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Melek is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melek’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melek typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melek typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Maged Melek may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Melek's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Maged Melek affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melek is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Huntington Park which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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