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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mellon, Trauma Surgeon in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Christopher Mellon, DO is a Trauma Surgeon, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. Dr. Mellon is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mellon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mellon’s office at (602) 996-4747.
What languages does Dr. Mellon speak?
Dr. Mellon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Mellon typically treat?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Mellon 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. Mellon. 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:
- Acute pain from injury
- Pain
- Traumatic pain
- Injury pain
- Sudden pain from trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8911: Acute pain due to trauma
Also known as:
- Concussion
- Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
- Brain Concussion
- Head Concussion
ICD-10 Codes:
- S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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
What procedures does a Trauma Surgeon like Dr. Mellon typically perform?
As a Trauma Surgeon, Dr. Mellon 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. Mellon. 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:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Mellon accept my insurance?
Dr. Mellon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 996-4747 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mellon accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Mellon in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mellon's office located?
Dr. Christopher Mellon's Primary Practice
16601 N 40th St Ste 204
Phoenix, AZ 85032
(602) 996-4747
What is Dr. Mellon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mellon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669835823.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mellon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mellon
What is Dr. Christopher Mellon's specialty?
Dr. Mellon is a Trauma Surgeon near Phoenix, AZ.
What does a Trauma Surgeon do?
Trauma surgery is a recognized subspecialty within general surgery. These surgeons undergo a five-year general surgery residency and often pursue an optional one- to two-year fellowship in trauma or surgical critical care. This typically leads to board certification in surgical critical care, as there is currently no separate certification for trauma surgery. To obtain certification in surgical critical care, physicians must complete a fellowship in surgical or anesthesiology critical care, either during or after their general surgery residency.
Is this Dr. Christopher Mellon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mellon is affiliated with Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital, Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital & Health Center, St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Christopher Mellon accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Mellon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Mellon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mellon's office at (602) 996-4747 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Mellon?
Please contact Dr. Mellon's office at (602) 996-4747 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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