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Who is Dr. Melendez, Family Medicine Specialist in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Gelmaris Melendez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Melendez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melendez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melendez’s office at (956) 618-7100.
Is Dr. Melendez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Gelmaris Melendez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Melendez speak?
Dr. Melendez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melendez typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Melendez 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. Melendez. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Right Shoulder Pain
- Pain
- Shoulder Injuries and Disorder
- Sore Right Shoulder
- Right Shoulder Ache
- Right Shoulder Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25511: Pain in right shoulder
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Melendez typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gelmaris Melendez may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Melendez accept my insurance?
Dr. Melendez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 618-7100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Melendez accept in McAllen, TX?
Dr. Melendez in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?
Dr. Gelmaris Melendez's Primary Practice
901 E Hackberry Ave
McAllen, TX 78501
(956) 618-7100
What is Dr. Melendez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Melendez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144237397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melendez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Melendez
What is Dr. Gelmaris Melendez's specialty?
Dr. Melendez is a Family Medicine Specialist near McAllen, TX.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Gelmaris Melendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Melendez is affiliated with Dhr Health, Valley Regional Medical Center, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gelmaris Melendez accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gelmaris Melendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gelmaris Melendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (956) 618-7100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gelmaris Melendez?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (956) 618-7100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gelmaris Melendez have?
Dr. Gelmaris Melendez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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