15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melmed, Medical Oncologist in Garland, TX?
Dr. Gavin Melmed, MD is a Medical Oncologist, who primarily practices in Garland, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Melmed graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas. Dr. Melmed is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melmed’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melmed’s office at (972) 272-3417.
Where did Dr. Melmed go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Melmed board certified as a Medical Oncologist?
Yes, Dr. Gavin Melmed, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Melmed speak?
Dr. Melmed and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Melmed typically treat?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Melmed 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. Melmed. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
Also known as:
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
What procedures does a Medical Oncologist like Dr. Melmed typically perform?
As a Medical Oncologist, Dr. Melmed performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Melmed. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Blood Transfusion
- Blood Transfusion and Donation
- Blood product transfusion
- Red blood cell transfusion
- Plasma transfusion
CPT Codes:
- 36430: Transfusion, blood or blood components
Does Dr. Melmed accept my insurance?
Dr. Melmed accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 272-3417 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melmed accept in Garland, TX?
Dr. Melmed in Garland, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Integranet Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melmed's office located?
Dr. Gavin Melmed's Primary Practice
7150 N President George Bush Hwy Ste 200
Garland, TX 75044
(972) 272-3417
What is Dr. Melmed's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melmed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700094497.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melmed?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melmed
What is Dr. Gavin Melmed's specialty?
Dr. Melmed is a Medical Oncologist near Garland, TX.
What does a Medical Oncologist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of various cancers and both benign and malignant tumors. This specialist determines and administers therapy for malignancies and collaborates with surgeons and radiation oncologists on additional cancer treatment options.
Is this Dr. Gavin Melmed affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melmed is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Hospital Rockwall, Christus St. Michael Health System, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Center For Diagnostics & Surgery Plano 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
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Is Gavin Melmed accepting new patients in Garland, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gavin Melmed is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gavin Melmed offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melmed's office at (972) 272-3417 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gavin Melmed?
Please contact Dr. Melmed's office at (972) 272-3417 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gavin Melmed have?
Dr. Gavin Melmed is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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