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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melchor, Internist in West Linn, OR?
Dr. Gerald Melchor, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Linn, OR. Dr. Melchor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melchor’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melchor’s office at (503) 210-4900.
What languages does Dr. Melchor speak?
Dr. Melchor and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Melchor typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Melchor 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. Melchor. 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:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Melchor typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerald Melchor may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Melchor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melchor accept my insurance?
Dr. Melchor accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 210-4900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melchor accept in West Linn, OR?
Dr. Melchor in West Linn, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
City of Los Angeles
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Preferred IPA
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melchor's office located?
Dr. Gerald Melchor's Primary Practice
1750 Blankenship Rd Ste 300
West Linn, OR 97068
(503) 210-4900
What is Dr. Melchor's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melchor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942408612.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melchor?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melchor
What is Dr. Gerald Melchor's specialty?
Dr. Melchor is a Internist near West Linn, OR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Gerald Melchor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melchor is affiliated with Adventist Health White Memorial 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gerald Melchor accepting new patients in West Linn, OR?
Yes, Dr. Gerald Melchor is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerald Melchor offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melchor's office at (503) 210-4900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerald Melchor?
Please contact Dr. Melchor's office at (503) 210-4900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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