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25 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Young-Harkins, Pediatrician in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Me'lissa Young-Harkins, DO is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Decatur, AL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years. Dr. Young-Harkins is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Young-Harkins’s office at (256) 301-5405.
Where did Dr. Young-Harkins go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Young-Harkins speak?
Dr. Young-Harkins and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Young-Harkins typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Young-Harkins 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. Young-Harkins. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- ADHD
- ADD
- Hyperactivity Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F909: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, unspecified type
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection Exposure
- Viral Infection
- Viral Disease Contact
- Suspected Viral Infection
- Exposure to Viruses
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20828: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to other viral communicable diseases
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Middle Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6690: Otitis media, unspecified, unspecified ear
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Young-Harkins typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Me'lissa Young-Harkins may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Young-Harkins' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Young-Harkins accept my insurance?
Dr. Young-Harkins accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 301-5405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Young-Harkins accept in Decatur, AL?
Dr. Young-Harkins in Decatur, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
MHH Healthcare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Young-Harkins' office located?
Dr. Me'lissa Young-Harkins' Primary Practice
1802 Presbyterian Dr SW
Decatur, AL 35603
(256) 301-5405
What is Dr. Young-Harkins's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Young-Harkins's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134185770.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Young-Harkins?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Young-Harkins
What is Dr. Me'lissa Young-Harkins's specialty?
Dr. Young-Harkins is a Pediatrician near Decatur, AL.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Me'lissa Young-Harkins affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Young-Harkins 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Me'lissa Young-Harkins accepting new patients in Decatur, AL?
Yes, Dr. Me'lissa Young-Harkins is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Me'lissa Young-Harkins offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Young-Harkins's office at (256) 301-5405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Me'lissa Young-Harkins?
Please contact Dr. Young-Harkins's office at (256) 301-5405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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