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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melson, Hospitalist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. John Wallace Melson, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Melson is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melson’s office at (434) 243-4394.
What languages does Dr. Melson speak?
Dr. Melson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Melson typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Melson 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. Melson. 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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Bladder Cancer
- Renal Cancer
- Kidney Tumor
- Renal Cell Carcinoma
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Tumor
- Urothelial Carcinoma of Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- C641: Malignant neoplasm of right kidney, except renal pelvis
- C678: Malignant neoplasm of overlapping sites of bladder
Also known as:
- Bladder Cancer
- Urinary Bladder Cancer
- Bladder Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C679: Malignant neoplasm of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Kidney Cancer
- Renal cancer
- Kidney carcinoma
- Renal cell carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C642: Malignant neoplasm of left kidney, except renal pelvis
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Melson typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. John Wallace Melson may include:
Please contact Dr. Melson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melson accept my insurance?
Dr. Melson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 243-4394 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melson accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Melson in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Melson's office located?
Dr. John Wallace Melson's Primary Practice
9101 Stony Point Dr
Richmond, VA 23235
(434) 243-4394
What is Dr. Melson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679935886.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melson
What is Dr. John Wallace Melson's specialty?
Dr. Melson is a Hospitalist near Richmond, VA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. John Wallace Melson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melson is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed Hospital 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 John Wallace Melson accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. John Wallace Melson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Wallace Melson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melson's office at (434) 243-4394 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Wallace Melson?
Please contact Dr. Melson's office at (434) 243-4394 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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