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Dr. Stuart Melton, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Monroe, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Melton, Family Medicine Specialist in Monroe, LA?

    Dr. Stuart Melton, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Melton graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Melton is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melton’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melton’s office at (318) 807-4951.

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

    • Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans

    Is Dr. Melton board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Stuart Melton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    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 Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melton typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer Screening
    • Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • PSA Test
    • Prostate Exam
    • Prostate Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis
    • Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
    • Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

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

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Stuart 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 (318) 807-4951 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Melton accept in Monroe, LA?

    Dr. Melton in Monroe, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Melton's office located?

    Dr. Stuart Melton's Primary Practice

    920 Oliver Rd

    Monroe, LA 71201

    (318) 807-4951

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    Dr. Stuart Melton's Practice 2

    3400 Medical Park Dr

    Monroe, LA 71203

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    Dr. Stuart Melton's Practice 3

    2516 Broadmoor Blvd

    Monroe, LA 71201

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    What hospitals are Dr. Melton affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Melton has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Monroe Surgical Hospital,Monroe, LA
    Hsa Glenwood, Llc,West Monroe, LA

    What is Dr. Melton's NPI number?A 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 1104036243.

    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. Stuart Melton's specialty?

    Dr. Melton is a Family Medicine Specialist near Monroe, LA.

    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. Stuart Melton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Melton is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe 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

    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. Stuart Melton accepting new patients in Monroe, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Stuart Melton is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Stuart Melton offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Melton's office at (318) 807-4951 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Stuart Melton?

    Please contact Dr. Melton's office at (318) 807-4951 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Melton's office located?

    Dr. Melton's office is located in Monroe, LA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Stuart Melton have?

    Dr. Stuart Melton is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.