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14 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melendez, Pediatrician in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Dr. Liza Melendez, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Port Saint Lucie, FL. She has been practicing for over 14 years. Dr. Melendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melendez’s office at (772) 336-2818.
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 Pediatrician like Dr. Melendez typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Caregiver Refused Vaccination for Patient
- Caregiver vaccine refusal
- Parental vaccine refusal
- Guardian refused immunization
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2882: Immunization not carried out because of caregiver refusal
Also known as:
- Obese Child (BMI at or above 95th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Childhood obesity
- Pediatric high BMI
- Overweight child BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6854: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 95th percentile for age to less than 120% of the 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Melendez typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, 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 (772) 336-2818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melendez accept in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Dr. Melendez in Port Saint Lucie, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Other Health Care Provider
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?
Dr. Liza Melendez's Primary Practice
1850 SW Fountainview Blvd Ste 105
Port Saint Lucie, FL 34986
(772) 336-2818
What is Dr. Melendez's NPI number?An 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 1366624645.
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. Liza Melendez's specialty?
Dr. Melendez is a Pediatrician near Port Saint Lucie, FL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Liza Melendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melendez is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Hca Florida Lawnwood Hospital 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Liza Melendez accepting new patients in Port Saint Lucie, FL?
Yes, Dr. Liza Melendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Liza Melendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (772) 336-2818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Liza Melendez?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (772) 336-2818 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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