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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melton, Hospitalist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Gregory Melton, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Melton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melton’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melton’s office.
What languages does Dr. Melton speak?
Dr. Melton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Melton typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. 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. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Melton typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Melton may include:
Please contact Dr. Melton's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melton accept my insurance?
Dr. Melton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melton accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Melton in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Melton's office located?
What is Dr. Melton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962923540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melton
What is Dr. Gregory Melton's specialty?
Dr. Melton is a Hospitalist near Springfield, MO.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Gregory Melton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melton is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Springfield, Mercy Hospital Lebanon 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gregory Melton accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Gregory Melton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gregory Melton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melton's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gregory Melton?
Please contact Dr. Melton's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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