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Dr. Melissa Knight, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Denver, CO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Knight, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Denver, CO?

    Dr. Melissa Knight, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO. Dr. Knight is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Knight’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Knight’s office at (970) 244-2551.

    What languages does Dr. Knight speak?

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

    • English

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

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

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Arrhythmia
    • Irregular heartbeat
    • Heart rhythm disorder
    • Cardiac dysrhythmia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Alcohol Use Disorder with Intoxication
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Alcohol use disorder
    • Alcohol abuse with acute intoxication
    • Problem drinking with intoxication
    • Alcohol poisoning

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F10120: Alcohol abuse with intoxication, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Knight may include:

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

    Does Dr. Knight accept my insurance?

    Dr. Knight accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (970) 244-2551 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Knight accept in Denver, CO?

    Dr. Knight in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Knight's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Knight's Primary Practice

    Dept 0861

    Denver, CO 80256

    (970) 244-2551

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

    Dr. Knight's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437415353.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Knight?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Knight's specialty?

    Dr. Knight is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Denver, CO.

    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. Melissa Knight affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Knight is affiliated with Intermountain Health - St. Mary's Regional Hospital, Southwest Health System - Cortez, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co 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. Melissa Knight accepting new patients in Denver, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Knight is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Knight offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (970) 244-2551 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Knight?

    Please contact Dr. Knight's office at (970) 244-2551 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Knight's office located?

    Dr. Knight's office is located in Denver, CO.