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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chima-Melton, Pulmonologist in West Hills, CA?
Dr. Chidinma Chima-Melton, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in West Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chima-Melton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chima-Melton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chima-Melton’s office at (805) 494-6920.
What languages does Dr. Chima-Melton speak?
Dr. Chima-Melton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chima-Melton typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chima-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. Chima-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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Septic Shock
- Sepsis
- Shock
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
- DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Emergency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chima-Melton typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chidinma Chima-Melton may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Chima-Melton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chima-Melton accept my insurance?
Dr. Chima-Melton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 494-6920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chima-Melton accept in West Hills, CA?
Dr. Chima-Melton in West Hills, 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
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Chima-Melton's office located?
Dr. Chidinma Chima-Melton's Primary Practice
7300 Medical Center Dr
West Hills, CA 91307
(805) 494-6920
What is Dr. Chima-Melton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chima-Melton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306161625.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chima-Melton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chima-Melton
What is Dr. Chidinma Chima-Melton's specialty?
Dr. Chima-Melton is a Pulmonologist near West Hills, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Chidinma Chima-Melton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chima-Melton is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Huntington Park, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Kaiser Permanente South Bay Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Dignity Health - California Hospital 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Chidinma Chima-Melton accepting new patients in West Hills, CA?
Yes, Dr. Chidinma Chima-Melton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chidinma Chima-Melton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chima-Melton's office at (805) 494-6920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chidinma Chima-Melton?
Please contact Dr. Chima-Melton's office at (805) 494-6920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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