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Dr. Gregory Melcher, MD

Infectious Disease Specialist

San Francisco, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Melcher, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Gregory Melcher, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Melcher completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Infectious Diseases; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Melcher is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melcher’s office at (415) 552-2814.

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

    • Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Infectious Diseases; Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mn Med Sch-Minneapolis, Minneapolis Mn

    Is Dr. Melcher board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Melcher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Melcher speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Melcher typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Melcher 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. Melcher. 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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Melcher typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Gregory Melcher may include:

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

    Does Dr. Melcher accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Melcher's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Melcher's office located?

    Dr. Gregory Melcher's Primary Practice

    518A Castro St

    San Francisco, CA 94114

    (415) 552-2814

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    Dr. Gregory Melcher's Practice 2

    1001 Potrero Ave Rm 5H22

    San Francisco, CA 94110

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    Dr. Gregory Melcher's Practice 3

    400 Parnassus Ave Fl 5

    San Francisco, CA 94143

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

    Dr. Melcher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508846387.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melcher?

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

    What is Dr. Gregory Melcher's specialty?

    Dr. Melcher is an Infectious Disease Specialist near San Francisco, CA.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.

    Is Dr. Gregory Melcher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Melcher is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. 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. Gregory Melcher accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gregory Melcher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gregory Melcher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Melcher's office at (415) 552-2814 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gregory Melcher?

    Please contact Dr. Melcher's office at (415) 552-2814 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Melcher's office located?

    Dr. Melcher's office is located in San Francisco, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gregory Melcher have?

    Dr. Gregory Melcher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.