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Dr. Melanie Cardoza, DO

Fall River, MA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cardoza, Internist in Fall River, MA?

    Dr. Melanie Cardoza, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fall River, MA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Cardoza graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Atlantic Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Cardoza is fluent in English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardoza’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardoza’s office at (508) 674-5200.

    Where did Dr. Cardoza go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Atlantic Hlth System, Internal Medicine | Atlantic Health Program

    • Medical School: University of New England, Coll of Osteo Med, Biddeford Me | University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine

    Is Dr. Cardoza board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Cardoza, DO is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cardoza speak?

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

    • English

    • Portuguese

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Cardoza treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Cardoza 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. Cardoza. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Rheumatic Mitral and Tricuspid Valve Disease
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Rheumatic Heart Valve Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I081: Rheumatic disorders of both mitral and tricuspid valves

    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:

    • High Blood Sugar
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Elevated Glucose
    • Unspecified High Blood Sugar

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Cardoza perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melanie Cardoza may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Cardoza's office.

    Does Dr. Cardoza accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cardoza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 674-5200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cardoza accept in Fall River, MA?

    Dr. Cardoza in Fall River, MA 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 Massachusetts

    • CarePartners of Connecticut

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Health Plans

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Massachusetts

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Cardoza's office located?

    Dr. Melanie Cardoza's Primary Practice

    211 Milliken Blvd

    Fall River, MA 02721

    (508) 674-5200

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    Dr. Melanie Cardoza's Practice 2

    795 Middle St

    Fall River, MA 02721

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    Dr. Melanie Cardoza's Practice 3

    363 Highland Ave

    Fall River, MA 02720

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

    Dr. Cardoza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427007921.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardoza?

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

    What is Dr. Melanie Cardoza's specialty?

    Dr. Cardoza is a Internist near Fall River, MA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Cardoza to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Melanie Cardoza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cardoza is affiliated with Saint Anne's 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Melanie Cardoza accepting new patients in Fall River, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Melanie Cardoza is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melanie Cardoza offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cardoza's office at (508) 674-5200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Melanie Cardoza?

    Please contact Dr. Cardoza's office at (508) 674-5200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Cardoza have?

    Dr. Melanie Cardoza is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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