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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melmed, Neurocritical Care Specialist in New York, NY?
Dr. Kara Melmed, MD is a Neurocritical Care Specialist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Melmed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melmed’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melmed’s office at (646) 426-3876.
What languages does Dr. Melmed speak?
Dr. Melmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Which conditions does Dr. Melmed treat as a Neurocritical Care Specialist?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, conditions treated by a Dr. Kara Melmed may include:
Please contact Dr. Melmed's office for more information or to schedule a consultation.
Which procedures does Dr. Melmed perform as a Neurocritical Care Specialist?
As a Neurocritical Care Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kara Melmed may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melmed's office.
Does Dr. Melmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Melmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (646) 426-3876 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melmed accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Melmed in New York, NY 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 Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicaid
Medicare
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Melmed's office located?
What is Dr. Melmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013354745.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melmed
What is Dr. Kara Melmed's specialty?
Dr. Melmed is a Neurocritical Care Specialist near New York, NY. Neurocritical Care is a medical subspecialty which is focused on the comprehensive, multisystem care of critically ill neurological patients. Primary responsibility of Neurointensivists is coordinating both the neurological and overall medical management of their patients in the ICU. Additionally they may also offer consultative services for these patients within the broader health system as needed. Contact Dr. Melmed to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kara Melmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melmed is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Neurocritical Care Specialist?
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Is Kara Melmed accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kara Melmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kara Melmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melmed's office at (646) 426-3876 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kara Melmed?
Please contact Dr. Melmed's office at (646) 426-3876 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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