48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Melvani, Internist in La Grange Park, IL?
Dr. Ramesh Melvani, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Grange Park, IL. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Melvani graduated from University of Ceylon, Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at St Elizabeth'S Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Melvani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melvani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melvani’s office at (708) 579-3773.
Where did Dr. Melvani go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Elizabeth'S Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Mount Sinai Hospital, Chicago | NEOMEN/St Elizabeth's Hospital Program
Medical School: University Of Colombo- Fac Of Med- Colombo- Sri Lanka | University of Ceylon, Faculty of Medicine | University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine
Is Dr. Melvani board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ramesh Melvani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Melvani speak?
Dr. Melvani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Melvani typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Melvani 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. Melvani. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Diabetes
- Diabetes Overview
- Sugar Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E139: Other specified diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Melvani typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ramesh Melvani may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Melvani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melvani accept my insurance?
Dr. Melvani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (708) 579-3773 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melvani accept in La Grange Park, IL?
Dr. Melvani in La Grange Park, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Cook County Health & Hospitals System
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melvani's office located?
Dr. Ramesh Melvani's Primary Practice
344 Sherwood Rd
La Grange Park, IL 60526
(708) 579-3773
What is Dr. Melvani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melvani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982769980.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melvani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melvani
What is Dr. Ramesh Melvani's specialty?
Dr. Melvani is a Internist near La Grange Park, IL.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Ramesh Melvani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Melvani is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UChicago Medicine AdventHealth La Grange. 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
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Is Ramesh Melvani accepting new patients in La Grange Park, IL?
Yes, Dr. Ramesh Melvani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramesh Melvani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melvani's office at (708) 579-3773 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramesh Melvani?
Please contact Dr. Melvani's office at (708) 579-3773 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ramesh Melvani have?
Dr. Ramesh Melvani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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