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Dr. Melissa Puffenbarger, MD
Louisville, KY
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Puffenbarger, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Melissa Puffenbarger, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Puffenbarger is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puffenbarger’s office at (314) 251-6299.
What languages does Dr. Puffenbarger speak?
Dr. Puffenbarger and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puffenbarger typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puffenbarger 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. Puffenbarger. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Puffenbarger typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Puffenbarger may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Puffenbarger's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Puffenbarger accept my insurance?
Dr. Puffenbarger accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 251-6299 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puffenbarger accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Puffenbarger in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Puffenbarger's office located?
Dr. Melissa Puffenbarger's Primary Practice
231 E Chestnut St
Louisville, KY 40202
(314) 251-6299
What is Dr. Puffenbarger's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puffenbarger's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023377769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puffenbarger?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puffenbarger
What is Dr. Melissa Puffenbarger's specialty?
Dr. Puffenbarger is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Louisville, KY.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Melissa Puffenbarger affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puffenbarger is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital, Norton Womens And Childrens Hospital, Russell County Hospital, Norton Childrens Hospital, St. Claire Regional Medical Center, Harrison Memorial 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
When to see a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melissa Puffenbarger accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Puffenbarger is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Puffenbarger offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puffenbarger's office at (314) 251-6299 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Puffenbarger?
Please contact Dr. Puffenbarger's office at (314) 251-6299 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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