40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gonzalez, Cardiologist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Melvin Gonzalez, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Gonzalez graduated from Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts and completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Ucla Med Ctr, Other Specialty; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Gonzalez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gonzalez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gonzalez’s office at (760) 346-0642.
Where did Dr. Gonzalez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Cardiovascular Diseases; Ucla Med Ctr, Other Specialty; Univ Of Pa Hlth System, Internal Medicine | Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts | Harvard Medical School, Boston, Massachusetts
Is Dr. Gonzalez board certified as a Cardiologist?
Yes, Dr. Melvin Gonzalez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gonzalez speak?
Dr. Gonzalez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Gonzalez typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Gonzalez 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. Gonzalez. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Other Heart Rhythm Disorder
- Arrhythmia
- Cardiac Dysrhythmia
- Irregular Heartbeat
- Heart Rhythm Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- I498: Other specified cardiac arrhythmias
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Gonzalez typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melvin Gonzalez may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gonzalez accept my insurance?
Dr. Gonzalez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 346-0642 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gonzalez accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Gonzalez in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Inland Empire
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gonzalez's office located?
Dr. Melvin Gonzalez's Primary Practice
39000 Bob Hope Dr
Rancho Mirage, CA 92270
(760) 346-0642
What is Dr. Gonzalez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gonzalez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194721167.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gonzalez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gonzalez
What is Dr. Melvin Gonzalez's specialty?
Dr. Gonzalez is a Cardiologist near Rancho Mirage, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Melvin Gonzalez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gonzalez is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus 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 a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Melvin Gonzalez accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Yes, Dr. Melvin Gonzalez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melvin Gonzalez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (760) 346-0642 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melvin Gonzalez?
Please contact Dr. Gonzalez's office at (760) 346-0642 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melvin Gonzalez have?
Dr. Melvin Gonzalez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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