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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pollack, Emergency Medicine Specialist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Melanie Pollack, DO is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pollack is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pollack’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pollack’s office at (760) 940-3707.
What languages does Dr. Pollack speak?
Dr. Pollack and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pollack typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pollack 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. Pollack. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pollack typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melanie Pollack may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pollack's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pollack accept my insurance?
Dr. Pollack accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 940-3707 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pollack accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Pollack in La Mesa, 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
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pollack's office located?
Dr. Melanie Pollack's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(760) 940-3707
What is Dr. Pollack's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pollack's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659756906.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pollack?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pollack
What is Dr. Melanie Pollack's specialty?
Dr. Pollack is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near La Mesa, 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 this Dr. Melanie Pollack affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pollack is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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
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Is Melanie Pollack accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Pollack is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Pollack offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pollack's office at (760) 940-3707 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Pollack?
Please contact Dr. Pollack's office at (760) 940-3707 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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