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Who is Dr. Melkun, Anesthesiologist in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Fernando Melkun, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Melkun is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melkun’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melkun’s office at (217) 544-6464.
What languages does Dr. Melkun speak?
Dr. Melkun and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Melkun treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Melkun 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. Melkun. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Melkun perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Fernando Melkun may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melkun's office.
Does Dr. Melkun accept my insurance?
Dr. Melkun accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 544-6464 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melkun accept in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Melkun in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Meridian Health Plan
Molina
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Melkun's office located?
Dr. Fernando Melkun's Primary Practice
800 E Carpenter St
Springfield, IL 62769
(217) 544-6464
What is Dr. Melkun's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melkun's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104027697.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melkun?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melkun
What is Dr. Fernando Melkun's specialty?
Dr. Melkun is a Anesthesiologist near Springfield, IL. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Melkun to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fernando Melkun affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Melkun is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hshs St. Johns Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Fernando Melkun accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?
Yes, Dr. Fernando Melkun is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fernando Melkun offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melkun's office at (217) 544-6464 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fernando Melkun?
Please contact Dr. Melkun's office at (217) 544-6464 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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