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Dr. Elisa Melendez, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Thornton, CO

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Melendez, Family Medicine Specialist in Thornton, CO?

    Dr. Elisa Melendez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Thornton, CO. Dr. Melendez graduated from University Of Colorado School Of Medicine and completed her residency at PCOM/Geisinger Wyoming Valley Program. Dr. Melendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melendez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melendez’s office at (303) 673-1500.

    Where did Dr. Melendez go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: PCOM/Geisinger Wyoming Valley Program

    • Medical School: University Of Colorado School Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Melendez speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melendez typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Melendez 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. Melendez. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melendez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Elisa Melendez may include:

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

    Does Dr. Melendez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Melendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 673-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Melendez accept in Thornton, CO?

    Dr. Melendez in Thornton, 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)

    • H & R Block

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Colorado

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?

    Dr. Elisa Melendez also offers virtual visits

    Scl Health Medical Group Thornton

    1181 E 120th Ave Unit A

    Thornton, CO 80233

    (303) 673-1500

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Elisa Melendez?

    Dr. Melendez has appointments available at her Thornton, CO office. Please select a date and time below.

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

    Dr. Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962523555.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melendez?

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

    What is Dr. Elisa Melendez's specialty?

    Dr. Melendez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Thornton, CO.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Elisa Melendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Melendez is affiliated with Intermountain Health - Good Samaritan Hospital, Hca Healthone Mountain Ridge, Intermountain Health - Saint Joseph Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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. Elisa Melendez accepting new patients in Thornton, CO?

    Yes, Dr. Elisa Melendez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Elisa Melendez offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melendez, or call (303) 673-1500 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Elisa Melendez?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melendez, or call (303) 673-1500 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?

    Dr. Melendez's office is located in Thornton, CO.