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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lamb, Surgeon in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Melinda Lamb, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Lamb is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lamb’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lamb’s office at (949) 220-7335.
What languages does Dr. Lamb speak?
Dr. Lamb and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Lamb treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Lamb 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. Lamb. 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.
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Ventral Hernia
- Obstructed Belly Button Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
- Abdominal Wall Hernia
- Epigastric Hernia
- Spigelian Hernia
- Umbilical Hernia with Obstruction
- Blocked Belly Button Hernia
- Strangulated Umbilical Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
- K420: Umbilical hernia with obstruction, without gangrene
Also known as:
- Benign Lipoma of Trunk
- Benign Lipoma of Head, Face, or Neck
- Benign Lipoma of Left Arm
- Benign Lipoma of Left Leg
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on body
- Trunk lipoma
- Body fatty tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on head
- Lipoma of face
- Neck fatty tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on left arm
- Left arm lipoma
- Left arm fatty tumor
- Non-cancerous fatty lump on left leg
- Left leg lipoma
- Left leg fatty tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D171: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of trunk
- D170: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of head, face and neck
- D1722: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of left arm
- D1724: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of left leg
Also known as:
- Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Long-term Gallbladder Inflammation
- Chronic Cholecystitis
- Ongoing Gallbladder Issues
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K811: Chronic cholecystitis
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- First Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoidal Skin Tags
- Third Degree Hemorrhoids
- Hemorrhoids
- Internal hemorrhoids
- Grade 1 hemorrhoids
- Mild hemorrhoids
- Anal skin tags
- Perianal skin tags
- Leftover hemorrhoid skin
- Prolapsed hemorrhoids
- Grade 3 hemorrhoids
- Severe hemorrhoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- K640: First degree hemorrhoids
- K644: Residual hemorrhoidal skin tags
- K642: Third degree hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Inguinal Hernia with Obstruction
- Hernia
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Groin Hernia with Blockage
- Strangulated Inguinal Hernia
- Obstructed Groin Hernia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4030: Unilateral inguinal hernia, with obstruction, without gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Lipoma of the Skin or Under the Skin on the Right Arm
- Benign Tumor
- Fatty tumor on right arm
- Right arm subcutaneous lipoma
- Benign fatty growth on right arm
- Right arm lipoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- D1721: Benign lipomatous neoplasm of skin and subcutaneous tissue of right arm
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Cyst
- Tailbone Disorder
- Sacrococcygeal cyst
- Pilonidal sinus
- Tailbone cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0591: Pilonidal cyst without abscess
Also known as:
- Pilonidal Sinus
- Tailbone Disorder
- Tailbone Sinus
- Sacrococcygeal Sinus
- Pilonidal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0592: Pilonidal sinus without abscess
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Biliary Calculi
- Gallbladder Stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8080: Other cholelithiasis without obstruction
Which procedures does Dr. Lamb perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Melinda Lamb may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lamb's office.
Does Dr. Lamb accept my insurance?
Dr. Lamb accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 220-7335 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lamb accept in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Lamb in Costa 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
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
CalOptima
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lamb's office located?
Dr. Melinda Lamb's Primary Practice
275 Victoria St Ste 2L
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
(949) 220-7335
What is Dr. Lamb's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lamb's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750598967.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lamb?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lamb
What is Dr. Melinda Lamb's specialty?
Dr. Lamb is a Surgeon near Costa Mesa, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Lamb to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melinda Lamb affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lamb is affiliated with Uci Medical Center 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
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Is Melinda Lamb accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Lamb is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Lamb offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lamb's office at (949) 220-7335 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Lamb?
Please contact Dr. Lamb's office at (949) 220-7335 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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