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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melese, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ephrem Melese, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Melese is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melese’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melese’s office at (281) 540-7700.
What languages does Dr. Melese speak?
Dr. Melese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Melese typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Melese 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. Melese. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Melese typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Ephrem Melese may include:
Please contact Dr. Melese's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melese accept my insurance?
Dr. Melese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 540-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melese accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Melese in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medica Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melese's office located?
Dr. Ephrem Melese's Primary Practice
915 Gessner Rd Ste 100
Houston, TX 77024
(281) 540-7700
What is Dr. Melese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902339724.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melese
What is Dr. Ephrem Melese's specialty?
Dr. Melese is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX.
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. Ephrem Melese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melese is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Northeast Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Ephrem Melese accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ephrem Melese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ephrem Melese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melese's office at (281) 540-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ephrem Melese?
Please contact Dr. Melese's office at (281) 540-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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