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Dr. Melissa Protigal, MD

Dr. Melissa Protigal, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

Philadelphia, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Protigal, Diagnostic Radiologist in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Melissa Protigal, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Protigal completed her residency at Univ Of Ky Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology. She is a member of the CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR/VA MEDICAL CENTER, AMERICAN ROENTGEN RAY SOCIETY, AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN RADIOLOGISTS, and RADIOLOGY SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA. Dr. Protigal is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Protigal’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Protigal’s office at (941) 378-3231.

    Where did Dr. Protigal go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY, ABDOMINAL IMAGING, UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA, GAINESVILLE, FL | Abdominal Imagaing - Univ of Florida College of Medicine, Gainesville, FL

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky Hosp, Diagnostic Radiology | Indiana University Affiliated Hospitals | DIAGNOSTIC RADIOLOGY, UNIVERSITY OF HOSPITAL-A B CHAND, KY

    • Medical School: University of Fl Coll of Med, Gainesville

    Is Dr. Protigal board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Protigal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Protigal speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Protigal typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Protigal 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. Protigal. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    Also known as:

    • Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Multinodular Goiter
    • Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Benign Thyroid Nodule
    • Solitary Thyroid Nodule

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Protigal typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Protigal may include:

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

    Does Dr. Protigal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Protigal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (941) 378-3231 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Protigal accept in Philadelphia, PA?

    Dr. Protigal in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Washington

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Protigal's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Protigal's Primary Practice

    4900 Frankford Ave

    Philadelphia, PA 19124

    (941) 378-3231

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    Dr. Melissa Protigal's Practice 2

    282 W State Rt 4

    Paramus, NJ 07652

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    Dr. Melissa Protigal's Practice 3

    890 Mountain Ave

    New Providence, NJ 07974

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR/VA MEDICAL CENTER

    Instructor

    AMERICAN ROENTGEN RAY SOCIETY

    Member

    AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN RADIOLOGISTS

    Member

    RADIOLOGY SOCIETY OF NORTH AMERICA

    Member

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

    Dr. Protigal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669455218.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Protigal?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Protigal's specialty?

    Dr. Protigal is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Philadelphia, PA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

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

    Yes, Dr. Protigal is affiliated with Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital, Jefferson Torresdale Hospital, Jefferson Abington Hospital, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Atlantic Health Chilton 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

    When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. 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 Protigal accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?

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

    Does Dr. Melissa Protigal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Protigal's office at (941) 378-3231 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

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

    Please contact Dr. Protigal's office at (941) 378-3231 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Protigal's office located?

    Dr. Protigal's offices are located in Philadelphia, PA, Paramus, NJ, and New Providence, NJ.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Protigal have?

    Dr. Melissa Protigal is certified by the American Board of Radiology.