MC
29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Christina, Internist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Melanie Christina, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Christina completed her residency at Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Internal Medicine. Dr. Christina is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Christina’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Christina’s office at (214) 758-7480.
Where did Dr. Christina go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Dallas Co Hp-Parkland Mem, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Tulane Univ Sch of Med, New Orleans La
Is Dr. Christina board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Christina, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Christina speak?
Dr. Christina and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Christina treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Christina 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. Christina. 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:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Disease with Dyskinesia and Fluctuations
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
- Parkinson's with Variable Movements', 'PD with Fluctuating Dyskinesia', 'On-Off Parkinson's
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
- G20B2: Parkinson's disease with dyskinesia, with fluctuations
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Frontotemporal Neurocognitive Disorder
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- FTD
- Frontal Lobe Dementia
- Behavioral Variant FTD
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- G3109: Other frontotemporal neurocognitive disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Combined Systolic and Diastolic Heart Failure
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Mixed Heart Failure
- Chronic Biventricular Heart Failure
- Ongoing Systolic and Diastolic Dysfunction
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5042: Chronic combined systolic (congestive) and diastolic (congestive) heart failure
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Disc Degeneration
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
- Worn Lumbar Discs
- Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
Which procedures does Dr. Christina perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Melanie Christina may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Christina's office.
Does Dr. Christina accept my insurance?
Dr. Christina accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 758-7480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Christina accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Christina in Dallas, 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
Baylor Scott & White Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Christina's office located?
Dr. Melanie Christina's Primary Practice
8335 Walnut Hill Ln Ste 215
Dallas, TX 75231
(214) 758-7480
What is Dr. Christina's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Christina's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003805292.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Christina?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Christina
What is Dr. Melanie Christina's specialty?
Dr. Christina is a Internist near Dallas, TX.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Christina to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Melanie Christina affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Christina is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Dallas, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano 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 Internist?
Explore Internist with 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 Melanie Christina accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Melanie Christina is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Melanie Christina offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Christina's office at (214) 758-7480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Melanie Christina?
Please contact Dr. Christina's office at (214) 758-7480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Melanie Christina have?
Dr. Melanie Christina is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Other Internist Near Dallas, TX
DW
Internist
Dr. David Wiggans, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dallas, TX
DC
Internist
Dr. David Cheatham, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. He has been practicing for over 44 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dallas, TX
FL
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Frank Leonard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dallas, TX