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Dr. Melinda Ball, DO

Anesthesiologist

Port Saint Lucie, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ball, Anesthesiologist in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Melinda Ball, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Port Saint Lucie, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ball is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ball’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Ball speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ball typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ball 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. Ball. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    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:

    • 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

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Ball typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Ball 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. Ball. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Ball accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ball accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ball accept in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Dr. Ball in Port Saint Lucie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AmeriHealth

    • CDPHP

    • CMS

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Independence Health Group

    • Magnacare

    • MVP Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ball's office located?

    Dr. Melinda Ball's Primary Practice

    1800 SE Tiffany Ave

    Port Saint Lucie, FL 34952

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    Dr. Melinda Ball's Practice 2

    7201 N University Dr

    Tamarac, FL 33321

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    Dr. Melinda Ball's Practice 3

    5301 S Congress Ave

    Atlantis, FL 33462

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

    Dr. Ball's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174865547.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ball?

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

    What is Dr. Melinda Ball's specialty?

    Dr. Ball is an Anesthesiologist near Port Saint Lucie, FL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Melinda Ball affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ball is affiliated with Holy Name 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 an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. 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. Melinda Ball accepting new patients in Port Saint Lucie, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Melinda Ball is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melinda Ball offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ball's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melinda Ball?

    Please contact Dr. Ball's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ball's office located?

    Dr. Ball's offices are located in Port Saint Lucie, FL, Tamarac, FL, and Atlantis, FL.