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Dr. Melissa Taylor, MD

Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Internist

Bethlehem, PA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Taylor, Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist in Bethlehem, PA?

    Dr. Melissa Taylor, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Taylor is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taylor’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Taylor speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Taylor typically treat?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Taylor 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. Taylor. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Taylor typically perform?

    As a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Taylor may include:

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Taylor accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Taylor's Primary Practice

    801 Ostrum St

    Bethlehem, PA 18015

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    Dr. Melissa Taylor's Practice 2

    100 Coventry Dr

    Phillipsburg, NJ 08865

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    Dr. Melissa Taylor's Practice 3

    279 State Route 31 S

    Washington, NJ 07882

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

    Dr. Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518997444.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taylor?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Taylor's specialty?

    Dr. Taylor is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist near Bethlehem, PA.

    What does a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist do?

    An internal medicine physician with specialized knowledge in preventing and relieving the suffering of patients dealing with life-limiting illnesses. They work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary hospice or palliative care team to improve quality of patient's life by addressing the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs of both the patient and their family throughout the disease's progression, during the dying process, and in bereavement support for the family. They are trained to assess patients suffering with advanced disease, provide relief from distressing symptoms, to coordinate between interdisciplinary patient and family-centered care in diverse venues, patient and family-centered care in various settings, utilizing specialized care systems like hospice, managing care for imminently dying patients, and navigating legal and ethical decisions in end-of-life care.

    Is Dr. Melissa Taylor affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Taylor is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Specialist - Internist. Explore 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 Dr. Melissa Taylor accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Taylor is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Taylor offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Taylor?

    Please contact Dr. Taylor's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Taylor's office located?

    Dr. Taylor's offices are located in Bethlehem, PA, Phillipsburg, NJ, and Washington, NJ.