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Dr. Melinda Hayes, MD

Dr. Melinda Hayes, MD

Physiatrist, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Physiatrist

Tampa, FL

Accepting patients
Online booking
Telehealth

    Who is Dr. Hayes, Physiatrist in Tampa, FL?

    Dr. Melinda Hayes, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Hayes graduated from University of Kentucky College of Medicine and completed her residency at Univ Of Ky-A B Chandler Mc, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Hayes is fluent in English, German, and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hayes’s office at (813) 228-7696.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ky-A B Chandler Mc, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation

    • Medical School: University of Ky Coll of Med, Lexington Ky | University of Kentucky College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Hayes board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Melinda Hayes, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Hayes speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Tagalog

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Hayes typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Hayes 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. Hayes. 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:

    • Walking Problems
    • Reduced Mobility
    • Gait Abnormalities
    • Difficulty Walking
    • Unsteady Gait
    • Balance Problems
    • Limited movement
    • Difficulty walking
    • Impaired mobility

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
    • Z7409: Other reduced mobility

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
    • Stroke due to clot
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I63512: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of left middle cerebral artery
    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Hayes typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Hayes 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. Hayes. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Does Dr. Hayes accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Hayes' office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Hayes' office located?

    Dr. Melinda Hayes also offers virtual visits

    Dr. Melinda Hayes' Primary Practice

    2914 N Boulevard

    Tampa, FL 33602

    (813) 228-7696

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    Dr. Melinda Hayes' Practice 2

    625 E Twiggs St Ste 103

    Tampa, FL 33602

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Melinda Hayes?

    Dr. Hayes has appointments available at her Tampa, FL office, as well as 1 other location. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Hayes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447234646.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hayes?

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

    What is Dr. Melinda Hayes's specialty?

    Dr. Hayes is a Physiatrist near Tampa, FL.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Melinda Hayes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Hayes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. 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. Melinda Hayes accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Melinda Hayes is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melinda Hayes offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hayes, or call (813) 228-7696 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melinda Hayes?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Hayes, or call (813) 228-7696 for more information.

    Where is Dr. Hayes' office located?

    Dr. Hayes' office is located in Tampa, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melinda Hayes have?

    Dr. Melinda Hayes is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.