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Dr. Melody Hou, MD
Sacramento, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hou, Complex Family Planning Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Melody Hou, MD is a Complex Family Planning Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hou is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hou’s office.
Is Dr. Hou board certified as a Complex Family Planning Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melody Hou, MD is board certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology
What languages does Dr. Hou speak?
Dr. Hou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Complex Family Planning Specialist like Dr. Hou typically treat?
As a Complex Family Planning Specialist, Dr. Hou 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. Hou. 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:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Unwanted Pregnancy Issues
- Unplanned pregnancy concerns
- Crisis pregnancy
- Difficult pregnancy decision
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z640: Problems related to unwanted pregnancy
Also known as:
- Menopause
- Climacteric
- The Change of Life
- Postmenopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Missed Miscarriage
- Miscarriage
- Silent miscarriage
- Delayed miscarriage
- Missed abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- O021: Missed abortion
Also known as:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- Getting an IUD
- IUD procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z30430: Encounter for insertion of intrauterine contraceptive device
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
What procedures does a Complex Family Planning Specialist like Dr. Hou typically perform?
As a Complex Family Planning Specialist, Dr. Hou performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hou. 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:
- IUD Insertion
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device placement
- IUD placement
- Birth control implant
CPT Codes:
- 58300: Insertion of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Hysteroscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
- Biopsy
- Hysteroscopy
- Uterine Scope with Biopsy
- Hysteroscopic Polypectomy
- D&C with Hysteroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 58558: Hysteroscopy, surgical; with sampling (biopsy) of endometrium and/or polypectomy, with or without D & C
Also known as:
- IUD Removal
- Birth Control
- Intrauterine device removal
- Take out IUD
- Remove birth control device
- IUD explant
CPT Codes:
- 58301: Removal of intrauterine device (IUD)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Ovarian and/or Fallopian Tube Removal
- Laparoscopic Oophorectomy
- Laparoscopic Salpingectomy
- Minimally Invasive Adnexal Removal
CPT Codes:
- 58661: Laparoscopy, surgical; with removal of adnexal structures (partial or total oophorectomy and/or salpingectomy)
Also known as:
- Dilation and Evacuation (D&E) Abortion
- Abortion
- Surgical Abortion
- D&E Procedure
- Induced Termination of Pregnancy
CPT Codes:
- 59841: Induced abortion, by dilation and evacuation
Also known as:
- Surgical Treatment for Missed Miscarriage (First Trimester)
- D&C for Missed Abortion
- Surgical Miscarriage Management
- First Trimester Missed Abortion Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 59820: Treatment of missed abortion, completed surgically; first trimester
Does Dr. Hou accept my insurance?
Dr. Hou 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. Hou accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Hou in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hou's office located?
What is Dr. Hou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154471092.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hou?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hou
What is Dr. Melody Hou's specialty?
Dr. Hou is a Complex Family Planning Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
What does a Complex Family Planning Specialist do?
A complex family planning physician specializes in diagnosing and treating individuals with intricate reproductive needs. These physicians are experts in abortion and contraception, providing clinical care, conducting research, and engaging in education and advocacy to support reproductive health and rights.
Is this Dr. Melody Hou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hou is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center 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 Complex Family Planning Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melody Hou accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melody Hou is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melody Hou offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melody Hou?
Please contact Dr. Hou's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melody Hou have?
Dr. Melody Hou is certified by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology.
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