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Dr. Lourdes Melendez, MD
Caguas, PR
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Melendez, Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) in Caguas, PR?
Dr. Lourdes Melendez, MD is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), who primarily practices in Caguas, PR. She is board certified. Dr. Melendez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melendez’s office at (787) 646-5984.
What languages does Dr. Melendez speak?
Dr. Melendez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Melendez treat?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), 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.
Also known as:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Administrative Medical Exam
- Official health check
- Regulatory medical assessment
- General administrative exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z029: Encounter for administrative examinations, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Melendez perform as a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)?
As a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner), procedures performed by a Dr. Lourdes Melendez may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Melendez's office.
Does Dr. Melendez accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Melendez's office located?
Dr. Lourdes Melendez's Primary Practice
Turabo Gardens Calle 15-Z5-3
Caguas, PR 00727
(787) 646-5984
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 1568448975.
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. Lourdes Melendez's specialty?
Dr. Melendez is a Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner) near Caguas, PR. A physician specializing in general practice is focused on diagnosing, treating, and managing patients with a wide range of illnesses and conditions. Contact Dr. Melendez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lourdes Melendez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Melendez 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
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Is Lourdes Melendez accepting new patients in Caguas, PR?
Yes, Dr. Lourdes Melendez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lourdes Melendez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (787) 646-5984 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lourdes Melendez?
Please contact Dr. Melendez's office at (787) 646-5984 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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