RM
48 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melde, Family Medicine Specialist in Wickenburg, AZ?
Dr. Richard Melde, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wickenburg, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 48 years and is board certified. Dr. Melde graduated from University of Arizona, College of Medicine and completed his residency at St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Melde is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melde’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melde’s office at (928) 425-6592.
Where did Dr. Melde go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Joseph Hosp & Med Ctr, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Exempla St Joseph Hospital Program
Medical School: University of Az Collage of Medicine | University of Arizona, College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Melde speak?
Dr. Melde and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Melde treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Melde 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. Melde. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
Also known as:
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Throat pain
- Pharyngitis
- Throat discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R070: Pain in throat
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Melde perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Richard Melde may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melde's office.
Does Dr. Melde accept my insurance?
Dr. Melde accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (928) 425-6592 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melde accept in Wickenburg, AZ?
Dr. Melde in Wickenburg, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
HealthComp
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Motor Club of America
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Melde's office located?
What is Dr. Melde's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710027438.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melde?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melde
What is Dr. Richard Melde's specialty?
Dr. Melde is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wickenburg, AZ. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Melde to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Richard Melde affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melde is affiliated with Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln 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
Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Richard Melde accepting new patients in Wickenburg, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Richard Melde is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Melde offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melde's office at (928) 425-6592 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Melde?
Please contact Dr. Melde's office at (928) 425-6592 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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