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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brannen, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Melissa Brannen, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Brannen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brannen’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brannen’s office.
Is Dr. Brannen board certified in Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Brannen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Brannen speak?
Dr. Brannen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Brannen treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Brannen 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. Brannen. 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Mild Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Mild Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4531: Mild persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Viral Intestinal Infection
- Gastroenteritis
- Viral Infection
- Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
- Viral stomach flu
- Viral enteritis
- Viral gut infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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
Which procedures does Dr. Brannen perform as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Melissa Brannen may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Brannen's office.
Does Dr. Brannen accept my insurance?
Dr. Brannen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brannen accept in Allentown, PA?
Dr. Brannen in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital BlueCross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Geisinger Health Plan
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Spectrum
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Brannen's office located?
What is Dr. Brannen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brannen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730240458.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brannen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brannen
What is Dr. Melissa Brannen's specialty?
Dr. Brannen is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Allentown, PA. A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment. Contact Dr. Brannen to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Brannen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brannen is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
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Is Melissa Brannen accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Brannen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Brannen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brannen's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Brannen?
Please contact Dr. Brannen's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Brannen have?
Dr. Melissa Brannen is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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