26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Magboo, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Reno, NV?
Dr. Mel Magboo, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Reno, NV with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Magboo is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Magboo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Magboo’s office at (775) 398-1981.
What languages does Dr. Magboo speak?
Dr. Magboo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Magboo typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Magboo 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. Magboo. 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 here.
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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Orthopedic Aftercare
- General orthopedic recovery
- Musculoskeletal post-op care
- Bone and joint follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Magboo typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Magboo 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. Magboo. 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 here.
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)
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Magboo accept my insurance?
Dr. Magboo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (775) 398-1981 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Magboo accept in Reno, NV?
Dr. Magboo in Reno, NV accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Renown Health
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Magboo's office located?
Dr. Mel Magboo's Primary Practice
5335 Reno Corporate Dr Ste 100
Reno, NV 89511
(775) 398-1981
What is Dr. Magboo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Magboo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114937158.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Magboo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Magboo
What is Dr. Mel Magboo's specialty?
Dr. Magboo is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Reno, NV.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Mel Magboo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Magboo is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Carson Tahoe Regional 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine 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 Mel Magboo accepting new patients in Reno, NV?
Yes, Dr. Mel Magboo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mel Magboo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Magboo's office at (775) 398-1981 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mel Magboo?
Please contact Dr. Magboo's office at (775) 398-1981 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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