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Dr. Melissa Garrett, MD

Fort Wayne, IN

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Garrett, Gastroenterologist in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Melissa Garrett, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Fort Wayne, IN with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garrett is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garrett’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garrett’s office at (260) 266-5230.

    Is Dr. Garrett board certified in Gastroenterologist?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Garrett, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Garrett speak?

    Dr. Garrett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Garrett treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Garrett 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. Garrett. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Crohn's Disease Affecting Small and Large Intestines
    • Crohn's Disease of the Small Intestine
    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine
    • Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn's Disease of the Large Intestine with Rectal Bleeding
    • Crohn’s Disease
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Panenteric Crohn's Disease
    • Crohn's of Both Bowels', 'Generalized Crohn's Disease
    • Regional Enteritis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Ileitis
    • Large Bowel Crohn's
    • Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's Disease
    • Complicated Crohn's Disease', 'Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications', 'Panenteric Crohn's with Complications
    • Crohn's Colitis with Complications', 'Complicated Large Bowel Crohn's
    • Terminal Ileitis
    • Small Bowel Crohn's with Issues', 'Ileitis with Complications', 'Complicated Small Intestine Crohn's
    • Large Bowel Crohn's with Bloody Stool
    • Crohn's Colitis with Rectal Bleeding', 'GI Bleeding from Large Intestine Crohn's
    • Large Bowel Crohn's with Issues
    • Complicated Crohn's Colitis', 'Colonic Crohn's with Problems
    • Complicated Crohn's Disease
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
    • Regional Enteritis with Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5080: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine without complications
    • K5000: Crohn's disease of small intestine without complications
    • K5010: Crohn's disease of large intestine without complications
    • K50818: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with other complication
    • K50819: Crohn's disease of both small and large intestine with unspecified complications
    • K50119: Crohn's disease of large intestine with unspecified complications
    • K5090: Crohn's disease, unspecified, without complications
    • K50018: Crohn's disease of small intestine with other complication
    • K50111: Crohn's disease of large intestine with rectal bleeding
    • K50118: Crohn's disease of large intestine with other complication
    • K50919: Crohn's disease, unspecified, with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • Ulcerative Pancolitis
    • Ulcerative Colitis
    • Ulcerative Rectosigmoiditis
    • Ulcerative Rectosigmoiditis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Ulcerative Pancolitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Chronic Pancolitis
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)
    • Colitis
    • Chronic Colitis
    • Chronic Rectosigmoiditis
    • Inflammation of Rectum and Sigmoid Colon
    • Distal Colitis
    • Chronic Pancolitis with Complications
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Complications
    • Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) with Complications
    • Chronic Rectosigmoiditis with Bloody Stool
    • Rectosigmoiditis with GI Bleeding
    • Distal Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • Chronic Pancolitis with Bloody Stool
    • Extensive Ulcerative Colitis with Rectal Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding from Pancolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5100: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis without complications
    • K5190: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified, without complications
    • K5130: Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis without complications
    • K51919: Ulcerative colitis, unspecified with unspecified complications
    • K51019: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with unspecified complications
    • K51311: Ulcerative (chronic) rectosigmoiditis with rectal bleeding
    • K51011: Ulcerative (chronic) pancolitis with rectal bleeding

    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

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Does Dr. Garrett accept my insurance?

    Dr. Garrett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 266-5230 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Garrett accept in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Dr. Garrett in Fort Wayne, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Garrett's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Garrett's Primary Practice

    11104 Parkview Circle Dr Ste 310

    Fort Wayne, IN 46845

    (260) 266-5230

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    Dr. Melissa Garrett's Practice 2

    8028 Carnegie Blvd

    Fort Wayne, IN 46804

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    Dr. Melissa Garrett's Practice 3

    2231 Carew St

    Fort Wayne, IN 46805

    (260) 266-5230

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    What is Dr. Garrett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Garrett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063610756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garrett?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garrett

    What is Dr. Melissa Garrett's specialty?

    Dr. Garrett is a Gastroenterologist near Fort Wayne, IN. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Garrett to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melissa Garrett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Garrett is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: James H. Quillen Department Of Veterans Affairs Medical Center. 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

    Explore Gastroenterologist with 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 Garrett accepting new patients in Fort Wayne, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Garrett is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Garrett offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office at (260) 266-5230 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melissa Garrett?

    Please contact Dr. Garrett's office at (260) 266-5230 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Garrett have?

    Dr. Melissa Garrett is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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