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Dr. Jay Melton, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Inglewood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Melton, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Inglewood, CA?

    Dr. Jay Melton, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Inglewood, CA. Dr. Melton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melton’s office at (310) 673-4660.

    What languages does Dr. Melton speak?

    Dr. Melton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melton typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Melton 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. Melton. 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:

    • Procedure Not Performed Due to Patient Leaving
    • Patient left before treatment
    • Did not wait to be seen
    • Treatment abandoned by patient

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5321: Procedure and treatment not carried out due to patient leaving prior to being seen by health care provider

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Epilepsy
    • Seizure disorder
    • Convulsive disorder
    • Falling sickness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melton typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Melton may include:

    Please contact Dr. Melton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Melton accept my insurance?

    Dr. Melton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 673-4660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Melton accept in Inglewood, CA?

    Dr. Melton in Inglewood, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CommonSpirit Health

    • Heritage Health

    • Medicare

    • MHH Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Melton's office located?

    Dr. Jay Melton's Primary Practice

    555 E Hardy St

    Inglewood, CA 90301

    (310) 673-4660

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    What is Dr. Melton's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Melton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194036764.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melton?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melton

    What is Dr. Jay Melton's specialty?

    Dr. Melton is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Inglewood, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Jay Melton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Melton is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles Medical Center, Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Dignity Health - St. Mary Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Jay Melton accepting new patients in Inglewood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Melton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Melton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Melton's office at (310) 673-4660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Melton?

    Please contact Dr. Melton's office at (310) 673-4660 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Melton's office located?

    Dr. Melton's office is located in Inglewood, CA.