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Dr. Maria Melendez, MD

Physiatrist, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist

Seattle, WA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Melendez, Physiatrist in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Maria Melendez, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA. Dr. Melendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melendez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melendez’s office at (206) 682-2661.

    What languages does Dr. Melendez speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Melendez typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Melendez 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. Melendez. 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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Walking and Mobility Problems
    • Walking Problems
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Trouble Moving
    • Mobility Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Melendez typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Melendez 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. Melendez. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Melendez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Melendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 682-2661 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Melendez accept in Seattle, WA?

    Dr. Melendez in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • GEMCare

    • H & R Block

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?

    Dr. Maria Melendez's Primary Practice

    1334 Terry Ave

    Seattle, WA 98101

    (206) 682-2661

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

    Dr. Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407056294.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melendez?

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

    What is Dr. Maria Melendez's specialty?

    Dr. Melendez is a Physiatrist near Seattle, WA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Maria Melendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Melendez is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Maria Melendez accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Maria Melendez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maria Melendez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (206) 682-2661 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Maria Melendez?

    Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (206) 682-2661 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?

    Dr. Melendez's office is located in Seattle, WA.