Dr. Melecio Medina, MD

Name: Dr. Melecio Medina, MD Primary Practice
Address: 1100 E Dove Ave Ste 402, McAllen, TX, 78504, US
Telephone: (956) 362-8125

Otolaryngologist

McAllen, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

Who is Dr. Medina, Otolaryngologist in McAllen, TX?

Dr. Melecio Medina, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX. Dr. Medina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medina’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medina’s office at (956) 362-8125.

What languages does Dr. Medina speak?

Dr. Medina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English
Spanish

What conditions does Dr. Medina treat?

As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Medina 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. Medina. 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:

Sensorineural Hearing Loss
Hearing Disorder and Deafness
Nonsyndromic hearing loss
Nerve Deafness
Inner Ear Hearing Loss
SNHL
Permanent Hearing Loss

ICD-10 Codes:

H903: Sensorineural hearing loss, bilateral

Also known as:

Blocked Earwax
Blocked Right Earwax
Ear Disorder
Impacted earwax
Earwax impaction
Excess earwax
Impacted Earwax Right Ear
Excessive Right Earwax
Right Earwax Impaction

ICD-10 Codes:

H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
H6121: Impacted cerumen, right ear
H6122: Impacted cerumen, left ear

Also known as:

Ear Infection
Otitis Media
Middle Ear Infection
Ear Inflammation

ICD-10 Codes:

H66006: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, recurrent, bilateral

Also known as:

Ear and Hearing Examination (Normal Findings)
Hearing Disorder and Deafness
Normal Hearing Test
Clear Ear Checkup
Routine Audiology Exam

ICD-10 Codes:

Z0110: Encounter for examination of ears and hearing without abnormal findings

Also known as:

Seasonal Allergies
Allergy
Hay fever
Seasonal allergic rhinitis
Pollen allergy

ICD-10 Codes:

J302: Other seasonal allergic rhinitis

Also known as:

Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Sleep Apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea
OSA
Blocked airway during sleep
Snoring and gasping during sleep

ICD-10 Codes:

G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

Also known as:

Chronic Pansinusitis
Sinusitis
Chronic widespread sinus infection
All sinus inflammation
Long-term sinus problems

ICD-10 Codes:

J324: Chronic pansinusitis

Also known as:

Deviated Septum
Nose Injuries and Disorder
Crooked nose septum
Nasal blockage
Septal deviation

ICD-10 Codes:

J342: Deviated nasal septum

Also known as:

Nosebleed
Nose Injuries and Disorder
Epistaxis
Bleeding nose
Nasal hemorrhage

ICD-10 Codes:

R040: Epistaxis

Also known as:

Chronic Eustachian Tube Inflammation
Ear Disorder
Long-term Eustachian Tube Inflammation
Chronic Salpingitis of Eustachian Tube
Bilateral Chronic Eustachian Tube Inflammation

ICD-10 Codes:

H68023: Chronic Eustachian salpingitis, bilateral

Also known as:

Recurrent Strep Throat
Streptococcal Infection
Tonsillitis
Repeated Strep Throat
Chronic Strep Tonsillitis
Frequent Strep Throat

ICD-10 Codes:

J0301: Acute recurrent streptococcal tonsillitis

Also known as:

Abnormal Hearing Test
Hearing Disorder and Deafness
Irregular Auditory Function Study
Unusual Hearing Exam
Hearing Disorder Diagnosis

ICD-10 Codes:

R94120: Abnormal auditory function study

Also known as:

Ringing in Both Ears
Tinnitus
Bilateral Tinnitus
Head Noise Both Sides

ICD-10 Codes:

H9313: Tinnitus, bilateral

Also known as:

Acid Reflux
GERD
Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
Gastroesophageal Reflux
Heartburn
Indigestion

ICD-10 Codes:

K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

Also known as:

Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
Adenoids
Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
Swollen tonsils and adenoids
Big tonsils and adenoids

ICD-10 Codes:

J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids

Also known as:

Implanted Device Management
Implant adjustment
Device follow-up
Managing medical implants

ICD-10 Codes:

Z4589: Encounter for adjustment and management of other implanted devices

Also known as:

Hoarseness or Voice Changes
Voice Disorder
Hoarse voice
Raspy voice
Vocal cord dysfunction

ICD-10 Codes:

R490: Dysphonia

Also known as:

Chronic Rhinitis
Nose Injuries and Disorder
Chronic runny nose
Persistent nasal inflammation
Long-term stuffy nose

ICD-10 Codes:

J310: Chronic rhinitis

What procedures does Dr. Medina perform?

As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Medina 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. Medina. 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:

Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
Voice Box Exam
Flexible Laryngoscope
Throat Scope
Diagnostic Throat Exam

CPT Codes:

31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

Also known as:

Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
Endoscopy
Nose Scope
Rhinoscope
Nasal Examination with Scope

CPT Codes:

31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Simple Nosebleed Treatment
Anterior Nasal Hemorrhage Control
Nosebleed Cautery
Nasal Packing for Nosebleed
Stop Nosebleed Procedure

CPT Codes:

30901: Control nasal hemorrhage, anterior, simple (limited cautery and/or packing) any method

Also known as:

Surgical Nasal Endoscopy for Nosebleed Control
Endoscopy
Endoscopic Nosebleed Treatment
Nasal Hemorrhage Control Endoscopy
Surgical Sinus Endoscopy

CPT Codes:

31238: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with control of nasal hemorrhage

Also known as:

Nasal Turbinate Reduction Surgery
Inferior Turbinate Resection
Turbinate Reduction
Nasal Airway Surgery

CPT Codes:

30140: Submucous resection inferior turbinate, partial or complete, any method

Also known as:

Deviated Septum Repair
Septoplasty
Nasal Septum Surgery
Submucous Resection of Septum
Nose Septum Straightening

CPT Codes:

30520: Septoplasty or submucous resection, with or without cartilage scoring, contouring or replacement with graft

Also known as:

Voice Box Exam with Stroboscopy
Laryngoscopy with Stroboscopy
Vocal Cord Exam
Throat Scope with Strobe Light
Voice Analysis

CPT Codes:

31579: Laryngoscopy, flexible or rigid telescopic, with stroboscopy

Also known as:

Maxillary Sinus Tissue Removal (Endoscopic)
Frontal Sinus Exploration (Endoscopic)
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery with Ethmoidectomy and Sphenoidotomy
Endoscopy
Endoscopic Maxillary Antrostomy
Sinus Tissue Biopsy
Maxillary Sinus Surgery
Endoscopic Frontal Sinus Surgery
Frontal Sinus Tissue Removal
Sinus Exploration
Total Ethmoidectomy
Sphenoid Sinus Surgery
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS)

CPT Codes:

31267: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with maxillary antrostomy; with removal of tissue from maxillary sinus
31276: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical, with frontal sinus exploration, including removal of tissue from frontal sinus, when performed
31259: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical with ethmoidectomy; total (anterior and posterior), including sphenoidotomy, with removal of tissue from the sphenoid sinus

Also known as:

Nasal and Sinus Endoscopy with Biopsy or Polyp Removal
Endoscopy
Sinus Endoscopy
Nasal Polyp Removal
Sinus Biopsy
Endoscopic Sinus Surgery

CPT Codes:

31237: Nasal/sinus endoscopy, surgical; with biopsy, polypectomy or debridement (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
Fluoroscopy
Lung Scope with Cell Sample
Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

CPT Codes:

31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

Also known as:

Lung Airway Exam Through Tracheostomy
Tracheostomy Bronchoscopy
Airway Scope Through Trachea
Bronchoscopy via Tracheostomy
Lung Airway Inspection

CPT Codes:

31615: Tracheobronchoscopy Through Established Tracheostomy Incision

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

31535: Laryngoscopy, direct, operative, with biopsy;

Also known as:

Nose Foreign Body Removal (Office Procedure)
Intranasal Foreign Body Extraction
Remove Object from Nose
Nasal Foreign Body Removal

CPT Codes:

30300: Removal foreign body, intranasal; office type procedure

Also known as:

Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
Cerumen Impaction Removal
Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
Professional Ear Cleaning

CPT Codes:

69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

Also known as:

Ear Tube Insertion (General Anesthesia)
Anesthesia
Tympanostomy with Tubes
Myringotomy with Tube Placement
Ventilating Tube Insertion (Ear)

CPT Codes:

69436: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), general anesthesia

Also known as:

Foreign Body Removal from Ear Canal (Without General Anesthesia)
Ear Canal Foreign Object Removal
Remove Object from Ear
Earwax Removal

CPT Codes:

69200: Removal foreign body from external auditory canal; without general anesthesia

Also known as:

Inner Ear Drug Infusion
Labyrinthotomy with Drug Perfusion', 'Transcanal Inner Ear Treatment', 'Meniere's Disease Treatment

CPT Codes:

69801: Labyrinthotomy, with perfusion of vestibuloactive drug(s), transcanal

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

69433: Tympanostomy (requiring insertion of ventilating tube), local or topical anesthesia

Also known as:

Mastoid Cavity Cleaning
Mastoidectomy Debridement
Ear Canal Cleaning (Post-Surgery)
Mastoid Cleaning

CPT Codes:

69220: Debridement, mastoidectomy cavity, simple (eg, routine cleaning)

Also known as:

Cochlear Implant Surgery
Cochlear Implants
Cochlear Device Implantation
Hearing Implant Procedure
Inner Ear Implant

CPT Codes:

69930: Cochlear device implantation, with or without mastoidectomy

Also known as:

Eardrum Repair Surgery
Tympanoplasty
Middle Ear Repair
Eardrum Reconstruction

CPT Codes:

69631: Tympanoplasty without mastoidectomy (including canalplasty, atticotomy and/or middle ear surgery), initial or revision; without ossicular chain reconstruction

Also known as:

Tympanometry
Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Test
Comprehensive Otoacoustic Emissions (OAE) Hearing Test
Hearing Tests for Adults
Hearing Tests for Children
Impedance Audiometry
Middle Ear Test
Ear Pressure Test
Full Audiometry Test
Speech Recognition Test
Hearing Threshold Evaluation
OAE Test
Outer Hair Cell Function Test
Cochlear Mapping Hearing Test
Newborn Hearing Screening

CPT Codes:

92567: Tympanometry (impedance testing)
92557: Comprehensive audiometry threshold evaluation and speech recognition (92553 and 92556 combined)
92588: Distortion product evoked otoacoustic emissions; comprehensive diagnostic evaluation (quantitative analysis of outer hair cell function by cochlear mapping, minimum of 12 frequencies), with interpretation and report

Also known as:

Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
Swallowing Function Test
Dysphagia Tests
Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
Dysphagia Evaluation
Oral Swallowing Assessment
Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
Swallowing Study

CPT Codes:

92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

Also known as:

Inhalation Breathing Treatment
Nebulizer Treatment
Aerosol Treatment
IPPB Treatment
Airway Obstruction Treatment

CPT Codes:

94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

Also known as:

Individual Speech and Language Therapy
Speech-Language Pathology
Voice Therapy
Communication Disorder Treatment
Auditory Processing Therapy

CPT Codes:

92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

Also known as:

Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
Speech sound evaluation
Language comprehension test
Articulation assessment
Speech therapy evaluation

CPT Codes:

92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

Also known as:

Swallowing Therapy
Dysphagia Treatment
Feeding Therapy
Oral Function Therapy

CPT Codes:

92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

Also known as:

Tonsil and Adenoid Removal (Children)
Pediatric Tonsillectomy
Adenoidectomy for Kids
T&A Surgery

CPT Codes:

42820: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; younger than age 12

Also known as:

Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
Tonsil and adenoid removal
T&A surgery
Throat surgery for tonsils

CPT Codes:

42821: Tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy; age 12 or over

Also known as:

CPT Codes:

41100: Biopsy of tongue; anterior two-thirds
10021: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, without imaging guidance; first lesion
42800: Biopsy; oropharynx

Also known as:

Adenoid Removal for Children
Pediatric Adenoidectomy
Adenoid Surgery for Kids
Removal of Adenoids

CPT Codes:

42830: Adenoidectomy, primary; younger than age 12

Also known as:

Tonsillectomy (Age 12+)
Tonsil Removal
Adult Tonsillectomy
Throat Surgery for Tonsils

CPT Codes:

42826: Tonsillectomy, primary or secondary; age 12 or over

Also known as:

Removal of Growth Inside the Mouth with Simple Repair
Oral Lesion Excision
Mouth Vestibule Lesion Removal
Buccal Mucosa Lesion Excision

CPT Codes:

40812: Excision of lesion of mucosa and submucosa, vestibule of mouth; with simple repair

Also known as:

Tongue-Tie Release (Frenectomy)
Lingual Frenectomy
Tongue Frenum Excision
Tongue-Tie Surgery
Ankyloglossia Release

CPT Codes:

41115: Excision of lingual frenum (frenectomy)

Also known as:

Tongue Lesion Removal (Front Two-Thirds)
Anterior Tongue Lesion Excision
Tongue Growth Removal
Tongue Biopsy and Closure

CPT Codes:

41112: Excision of lesion of tongue with closure; anterior two-thirds

Also known as:

Computer-Assisted Brain Navigation
Stereotactic Cranial Navigation
Image-Guided Brain Surgery
Computer-Guided Neurosurgery

CPT Codes:

61782: Stereotactic computer-assisted (navigational) procedure; cranial, extradural (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

Also known as:

Closed Nose Bone Fracture Repair with Stabilization
Nasal Bone Reduction
Broken Nose Repair (Closed)
Nose Fracture Manipulation

CPT Codes:

21320: Closed treatment of nasal bone fracture with manipulation; with stabilization

Also known as:

Ear Cartilage Graft to Nose or Ear
Autogenous ear cartilage graft
Nose cartilage reconstruction
Ear reconstruction with own cartilage
Cartilage transplant for nose/ear

CPT Codes:

21235: Graft; ear cartilage, autogenous, to nose or ear (includes obtaining graft)

Does Dr. Medina accept my insurance?

Dr. Medina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-8125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Medina accept in McAllen, TX?

Dr. Medina in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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Centene
Community Health Improvement Solutions
Driscoll Health Plan
HealthComp
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare

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Where is Dr. Medina's office located?

Dr. Melecio Medina's Primary Practice

1100 E Dove Ave Ste 402

McAllen, TX 78504

(956) 362-8125

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What is Dr. Medina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Medina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114347606.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medina?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Medina

What is Dr. Melecio Medina's specialty?

Dr. Medina is a Otolaryngologist near McAllen, TX. An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders. Contact Dr. Medina to book an appointment today.

Is this Dr. Melecio Medina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Yes, Dr. Medina is affiliated with DHR Health, Mission Regional Medical Center 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 Melecio Medina accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

Yes, Dr. Melecio Medina is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Melecio Medina offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Medina's office at (956) 362-8125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Melecio Medina?

Please contact Dr. Medina's office at (956) 362-8125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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Who is Dr. Medina, Otolaryngologist in McAllen, TX?

What languages does Dr. Medina speak?

Dr. Medina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

English

Spanish

What conditions does Dr. Medina treat?

What procedures does Dr. Medina perform?

Does Dr. Medina accept my insurance?

Dr. Medina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 362-8125 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

What insurance plans does Dr. Medina accept in McAllen, TX?

Dr. Medina in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

Top Insurances

Where is Dr. Medina's office located?

Dr. Melecio Medina's Primary Practice

What is Dr. Medina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

Dr. Medina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114347606.

What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medina?

Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Medina

What is Dr. Melecio Medina's specialty?

Is this Dr. Melecio Medina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

Where can I learn more about Otolaryngologist?

Is Melecio Medina accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

Yes, Dr. Melecio Medina is accepting new patients at this time.

Does Dr. Melecio Medina offer online booking?

Please contact Dr. Medina's office at (956) 362-8125 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

How can I make an appointment with Melecio Medina?

Please contact Dr. Medina's office at (956) 362-8125 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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