Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melendez, Psychiatrist in Gastonia, NC?
Is Dr. Melendez board certified as a Psychiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Karen Melendez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
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 Psychiatrist like Dr. Melendez typically treat?
As a Psychiatrist, 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:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Depression (Single Episode)
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
- Major depression
- Depressive episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
- F329: Major depressive disorder, single episode, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- GAD
- Chronic Worry
- Excessive Worry Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F411: Generalized anxiety disorder
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Disorientation
- Delirium
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Mental Confusion
- Loss of Bearings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R410: Disorientation, unspecified
What procedures does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Melendez typically perform?
As a Psychiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Karen Melendez may include:
- Child Psychiatry Consultation
- Child Psychiatry Follow Up
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Couples Therapy
- Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
- Hypnotherapy
- Inpatient Psychiatric Services
- Ketamine Infusion
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Melendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melendez accept in Gastonia, NC?
Dr. Melendez in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Melendez affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Melendez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
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 1184675977.
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. Karen Melendez's specialty?
What does a Psychiatrist do?
A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.