MP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Penny, Family Medicine Specialist in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Melissa Penny, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS. She is board certified. Dr. Penny is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penny’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penny’s office.
Is Dr. Penny board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Penny, DO is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Penny speak?
Dr. Penny and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Penny typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Penny 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. Penny. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Pressure Sores
- Bedsores
- Decubitus Ulcers
- Pressure Ulcers
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Penny typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Penny may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Penny's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Penny accept my insurance?
Dr. Penny accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penny accept in Wichita, KS?
Dr. Penny in Wichita, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Humana
Medicare
State of Kansas
UnitedHealth Group
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Penny's office located?
What is Dr. Penny's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penny's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699970194.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penny?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penny
What is Dr. Melissa Penny's specialty?
Dr. Penny is a Family Medicine Specialist near Wichita, KS.
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 this Dr. Melissa Penny affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Penny is affiliated with Ascension Via Christi St. Francis 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 Melissa Penny accepting new patients in Wichita, KS?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Penny is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Penny offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penny's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Penny?
Please contact Dr. Penny's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Penny have?
Dr. Melissa Penny is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
Other Family Medicine Specialist Near Wichita, KS
SZ
Family Medicine Specialist
Dr. Stephanie Ziegler Wilke, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS.
Wichita, KS
PS
Family Medicine Specialist
Dr. Paul Seraly, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS.
Wichita, KS
JS
Family Medicine Specialist
Dr. Jessica Scheve, DO is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Wichita, KS.
Wichita, KS
Connect with DR. Penny
707 N Emporia St
Wichita, KS 67214