Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Melhado, Cardiologist in West Palm Beach, FL?
Dr. Mauricio Melhado, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in West Palm Beach, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Melhado graduated from Universidad Salvadorena Alberto Masferrer and completed his residency at New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program. Dr. Melhado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melhado’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melhado’s office at (561) 619-3051.
Where did Dr. Melhado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: Universidad Salvadorena Alberto Masferrer
What languages does Dr. Melhado speak?
Dr. Melhado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Melhado treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Melhado 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. Melhado. 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:
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
- I25119: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unspecified angina pectoris
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
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:
- Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFpEF
- Ongoing Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5032: Chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Carotid Artery Disease
- Carotid Stenosis
- Blocked Carotid Artery
- Neck Artery Disease
- Carotid Artery Narrowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6523: Occlusion and stenosis of bilateral carotid arteries
Also known as:
- Peripheral Artery Disease with Both Legs Pain When Walking
- Atherosclerosis
- Peripheral Arterial Disease
- Bilateral leg claudication
- PAD both legs pain with activity
- Both legs artery pain when walking
ICD-10 Codes:
- I70213: Atherosclerosis of native arteries of extremities with intermittent claudication, bilateral legs
What procedures does Dr. Melhado perform?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Melhado performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Melhado. 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:
- Foam Sclerotherapy for Varicose Veins
- Varicose vein foam injection
- Ultrasound-guided sclerotherapy
- Saphenous vein treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36465: Injection of non-compounded foam sclerosant with ultrasound compression maneuvers to guide dispersion of the injectate, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring; single incompetent extremity truncal vein (eg, great saphenous vein, accessory saphenous vein)
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Also known as:
- Removal of Implantable Heart Monitor
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Monitor Removal
- Loop Recorder Removal
- Implantable Loop Recorder Excision
CPT Codes:
- 33286: Removal, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor
Also known as:
- Radiofrequency Vein Ablation
- Endovenous Radiofrequency Ablation
- RF Ablation for Varicose Veins
- Vein Closure Procedure
- Varicose Vein Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 36475: Endovenous ablation therapy of incompetent vein, extremity, inclusive of all imaging guidance and monitoring, percutaneous, radiofrequency; first vein treated
Does Dr. Melhado accept my insurance?
Dr. Melhado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 619-3051 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melhado accept in West Palm Beach, FL?
Dr. Melhado in West Palm Beach, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
Century Healthcare
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Melhado's office located?
Dr. Mauricio Melhado's Primary Practice
3472 Forest Hill Blvd Ste 3B
West Palm Beach, FL 33406
(561) 619-3051
Dr. Mauricio Melhado's Practice 3
10131 Forest Hill Blvd Ste 203
Wellington, FL 33414
(561) 657-8131
What is Dr. Melhado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melhado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255323093.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melhado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melhado
What is Dr. Mauricio Melhado's specialty?
Dr. Melhado is a Cardiologist near West Palm Beach, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Melhado to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mauricio Melhado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melhado is affiliated with HCA Florida JFK Hospital, HCA Florida Palms West Hospital, Delray Medical Center 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
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Is Mauricio Melhado accepting new patients in West Palm Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Mauricio Melhado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mauricio Melhado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melhado's office at (561) 619-3051 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mauricio Melhado?
Please contact Dr. Melhado's office at (561) 619-3051 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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