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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melton, Physiatrist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Danielle Melton, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Dr. Melton is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melton’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melton’s office at (713) 797-5991.
Is Dr. Melton board certified in Physiatrist?
Yes, Dr. Danielle Melton, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
What languages does Dr. Melton speak?
Dr. Melton and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Melton treat?
As a Physiatrist, Dr. Melton 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. Melton. 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:
- Lost left leg below knee
- Loss of Lower Right Leg
- Loss of Upper Right Leg
- Loss of Upper Left Leg
- Complete Right Thigh Amputation
- Limb Loss
- Left below knee amputation
- Missing left lower leg
- Left lower leg loss
- Right Leg Amputation
- Missing Right Lower Leg
- Right Below-Knee Amputation
- Missing Right Upper Leg
- Right Above-Knee Amputation
- Left Leg Amputation
- Missing Left Upper Leg
- Left Above-Knee Amputation
- Full Right Thigh Amputation
- Total Right Thigh Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee
- Z89511: Acquired absence of right leg below knee
- Z89611: Acquired absence of right leg above knee
- Z89612: Acquired absence of left leg above knee
- S78111A: Complete traumatic amputation at level between right hip and knee, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- External Prosthetic Device Care
- Prosthesis Adjustment
- Artificial Device Management
- General Prosthetic Care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z449: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of unspecified external prosthetic device
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Which procedures does Dr. Melton perform as a Physiatrist?
As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by a Dr. Danielle Melton may include:
- Amputation Prevention
- Amputation Rehabilitation
- Amputee Care
- Back Injection
- Cancer Rehabilitation
- Fluoroscopic Guided Injections
- Fracture Management
- Gait Analysis
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melton's office.
Does Dr. Melton accept my insurance?
Dr. Melton accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 797-5991 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melton accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Melton in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Melton's office located?
What is Dr. Melton's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356379911.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melton?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melton
What is Dr. Danielle Melton's specialty?
Dr. Melton is a Physiatrist near Aurora, CO. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Melton to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Danielle Melton affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melton is affiliated with UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, HonorHealth Scottsdale Osborn Medical Center, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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
Where can I learn more about Physiatrist?
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Is Danielle Melton accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Danielle Melton is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Danielle Melton offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melton's office at (713) 797-5991 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Danielle Melton?
Please contact Dr. Melton's office at (713) 797-5991 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Danielle Melton have?
Dr. Danielle Melton is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.
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