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Who is Dr. Jenkins, Anesthesiologist in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Melissa Jenkins, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Indianapolis, IN. Dr. Jenkins is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jenkins’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jenkins’s office at (317) 528-5000.
What languages does Dr. Jenkins speak?
Dr. Jenkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Jenkins treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins. 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:
- 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Hip
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
- Right Hip Arthritis
- Right Hip Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
- M1611: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right hip
What procedures does Dr. Jenkins perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Jenkins 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. Jenkins. 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:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
- Lower Back Epidural Injection
- Caudal Epidural Injection
- Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)
CPT Codes:
- 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Jenkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Jenkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jenkins accept in Indianapolis, IN?
Dr. Jenkins in Indianapolis, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CommuniCare Advantage
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Indiana University Health
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sagamore Health Network
Wellpath
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Where is Dr. Jenkins' office located?
Dr. Melissa Jenkins' Primary Practice
8111 S Emerson Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46237
(317) 528-5000
What is Dr. Jenkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jenkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508283771.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jenkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jenkins
What is Dr. Melissa Jenkins's specialty?
Dr. Jenkins is a Anesthesiologist near Indianapolis, IN. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Jenkins to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Melissa Jenkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Jenkins is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Franciscan Health Indianapolis, Franciscan Health Orthopedic Hospital Carmel. 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 Anesthesiologist?
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Is Melissa Jenkins accepting new patients in Indianapolis, IN?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Jenkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melissa Jenkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jenkins's office at (317) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melissa Jenkins?
Please contact Dr. Jenkins's office at (317) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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