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28 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melgar, Internist in Longview, WA?
Dr. Gerardo Melgar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Longview, WA. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Melgar graduated from School of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Internal Medicine. Dr. Melgar is fluent in English, Hindi, Korean, Panjabi; Punjabi, Spanish, Tagalog, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melgar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melgar’s office at (360) 636-3892.
Where did Dr. Melgar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Internal Medicine | Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: University Of The Philippines- Coll Of Med- Manila- Philippines | School of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Melgar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Gerardo Melgar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Melgar speak?
Dr. Melgar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Korean
Panjabi; Punjabi
Spanish
Tagalog
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Melgar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Melgar 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. Melgar. 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:
- Opioid Dependence
- Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
- Prescription Drug Misuse
- Opioid addiction
- Opioid use disorder
- OUD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Birth Control Shot Check-up
- Birth Control
- Injectable contraceptive follow-up
- Depo-Provera monitoring
- Birth control injection check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z3042: Encounter for surveillance of injectable contraceptive
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Melgar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gerardo Melgar 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. Melgar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melgar accept my insurance?
Dr. Melgar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 636-3892 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melgar accept in Longview, WA?
Dr. Melgar in Longview, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melgar's office located?
What is Dr. Melgar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melgar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619903820.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melgar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melgar
What is Dr. Gerardo Melgar's specialty?
Dr. Melgar is a Internist near Longview, WA.
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. Gerardo Melgar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melgar is affiliated with Peacehealth St. John Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gerardo Melgar accepting new patients in Longview, WA?
Yes, Dr. Gerardo Melgar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gerardo Melgar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melgar's office at (360) 636-3892 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gerardo Melgar?
Please contact Dr. Melgar's office at (360) 636-3892 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gerardo Melgar have?
Dr. Gerardo Melgar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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