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Who is Dr. Mello, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Rita Mello is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mello is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mello’s office at (718) 579-5000.
What languages does Dr. Mello speak?
Dr. Mello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mello typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Mello 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. Mello. 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Mello typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rita Mello may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Mello's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mello accept my insurance?
Dr. Mello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 579-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mello accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Mello in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
H & R Block
Humana
National Benefit Fund
Not Specified
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mello's office located?
What is Dr. Mello's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295333466.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mello?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mello
What is Dr. Rita Mello's specialty?
Dr. Mello is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bronx, NY.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Rita Mello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mello is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nyc Health & Hospitals - Lincoln. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rita Mello accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Rita Mello is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rita Mello offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mello's office at (718) 579-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rita Mello?
Please contact Dr. Mello's office at (718) 579-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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