Dr. Melinda Abernethy, MD
Kalamazoo, MI
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Abernethy, Reproductive Endocrinologist in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Melinda Abernethy, MD is a Reproductive Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Kalamazoo, MI with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Abernethy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abernethy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abernethy’s office at (269) 337-6075.
What languages does Dr. Abernethy speak?
Dr. Abernethy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Reproductive Endocrinologist like Dr. Abernethy typically treat?
As a Reproductive Endocrinologist, Dr. Abernethy 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. Abernethy. 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:
- Incomplete Uterine and Vaginal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Cervix Disorder
- Partial uterine prolapse
- Incomplete uterine descent
- Uterovaginal prolapse
- Female Organ Prolapse
- Genital Prolapse
- Pelvic Organ Prolapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- N812: Incomplete uterovaginal prolapse
- N819: Female genital prolapse, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overactive Bladder
- OAB
- Urgency Incontinence
- Frequent Urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3281: Overactive bladder
Also known as:
- Mixed Urinary Incontinence
- Stress Urinary Incontinence
- Urinary Incontinence
- Combined incontinence
- Stress and urge incontinence
- Dual incontinence
- Stress Incontinence
- Leakage with Coughing
- Bladder Leakage with Activity
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3946: Mixed incontinence
- N393: Stress incontinence (female) (male)
What procedures does a Reproductive Endocrinologist like Dr. Abernethy typically perform?
As a Reproductive Endocrinologist, Dr. Abernethy 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. Abernethy. 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:
- Complex Bladder Pressure Test
- Abdominal Voiding Pressure Study
- Complex Cystometrogram
- Voiding Pressure Study
- Bladder Function Test with Pressure
- Rectal Pressure Study
- Gastric Pressure Test
- Intraperitoneal Pressure Measurement
CPT Codes:
- 51728: Complex cystometrogram (ie, calibrated electronic equipment); with voiding pressure studies (ie, bladder voiding pressure), any technique
- 51797: Voiding pressure studies, intra-abdominal (ie, rectal, gastric, intraperitoneal) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bladder Injection for Overactivity
- Bladder Chemodenervation
- Botox for Bladder
- Cystoscopy with Bladder Injection
- Overactive Bladder Injection
CPT Codes:
- 52287: Cystourethroscopy, with injection(s) for chemodenervation of the bladder
Also known as:
- Muscle Activity Test of Anal or Urethral Sphincter
- Sphincter EMG
- Anal Sphincter Electromyography
- Urethral Sphincter EMG
- Pelvic Floor Muscle Test
CPT Codes:
- 51784: Electromyography studies (EMG) of anal or urethral sphincter, other than needle, any technique
Also known as:
- Complex Urine Flow Test
- Uroflowmetry
- Advanced Urine Flow Measurement
- Bladder Function Test
CPT Codes:
- 51741: Complex uroflowmetry (eg, calibrated electronic equipment)
Also known as:
- Sling Surgery for Bladder Control
- Stress Incontinence Sling
- Urethral Sling Procedure
- Bladder Sling Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 57288: Sling operation for stress incontinence (eg, fascia or synthetic)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Vaginal Suspension
- Laparoscopic Colpopexy
- Minimally Invasive Vaginal Apex Suspension
- Vaginal Vault Suspension (Laparoscopic)
- Keyhole Surgery for Vaginal Prolapse
CPT Codes:
- 57425: Laparoscopy, surgical, colpopexy (suspension of vaginal apex)
Also known as:
- Rectocele Repair
- Posterior Colporrhaphy
- Repair of Rectal Prolapse
- Perineorrhaphy
CPT Codes:
- 57250: Posterior colporrhaphy, repair of rectocele with or without perineorrhaphy
Does Dr. Abernethy accept my insurance?
Dr. Abernethy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 337-6075 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Abernethy accept in Kalamazoo, MI?
Dr. Abernethy in Kalamazoo, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corewell Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Abernethy's office located?
Dr. Melinda Abernethy's Primary Practice
1000 Oakland Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 337-6075
What is Dr. Abernethy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Abernethy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427254226.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abernethy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abernethy
What is Dr. Melinda Abernethy's specialty?
Dr. Abernethy is a Reproductive Endocrinologist near Kalamazoo, MI.
What does a Reproductive Endocrinologist do?
An obstetrician/gynecologist specializing in reproductive endocrinology and infertility is skilled in managing complex issues related to hormonal disorders and infertility in women. This specialist employs advanced diagnostic and treatment options to address reproductive health concerns and assist individuals and couples in achieving their family planning goals.
Is this Dr. Melinda Abernethy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Abernethy is affiliated with Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek Hospital, Bronson Lakeview Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Ascension Borgess Hospital, University Of Michigan Health - West 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 Melinda Abernethy accepting new patients in Kalamazoo, MI?
Yes, Dr. Melinda Abernethy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melinda Abernethy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Abernethy's office at (269) 337-6075 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melinda Abernethy?
Please contact Dr. Abernethy's office at (269) 337-6075 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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