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Dr. Rafael Meller, MD
Cambridge, MA
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Meller, Internist in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Rafael Meller, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cambridge, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Meller graduated from Universidade de Passo Fundo Faculdade de Medicina. Dr. Meller is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meller’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meller’s office.
Where did Dr. Meller go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Universidade De Passo Fundo | Universidade de Passo Fundo Faculdade de Medicina
Is Dr. Meller board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Meller, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Meller speak?
Dr. Meller and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Meller typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Meller 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. Meller. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Meller typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Rafael Meller 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. Meller's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Meller accept my insurance?
Dr. Meller accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Meller accept in Cambridge, MA?
Dr. Meller in Cambridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Centene Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Meller's office located?
What is Dr. Meller's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Meller's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881884500.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meller?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meller
What is Dr. Rafael Meller's specialty?
Dr. Meller is a Internist near Cambridge, MA.
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. Rafael Meller affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Meller is affiliated with Beverly Hospital 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
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Is Rafael Meller accepting new patients in Cambridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Meller is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Meller offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Meller's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Meller?
Please contact Dr. Meller's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rafael Meller have?
Dr. Rafael Meller is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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