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Dr. Howard Melvin, MD

Ophthalmologist

Cincinnati, OH

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Melvin, Ophthalmologist in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Howard Melvin, MD is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Cincinnati, OH. He has been practicing for over 42 years. Dr. Melvin graduated from Meharry Medical College and completed his residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Homer G Phillips Hosp, Ophthalmology. Dr. Melvin is fluent in English and Russian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Melvin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Melvin’s office at (513) 861-8300.

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

    • Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Ophthalmology; Homer G Phillips Hosp, Ophthalmology | Homer G Phillips Hospital | SCS/MSUCOM/WMU Homer Stryker MD School of Med Program

    • Medical School: Meharry Medical College School Of Medicine | Meharry Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Melvin speak?

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

    • English
    • Russian

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Melvin typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Melvin 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. Melvin. 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:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2513: Age-related nuclear cataract, bilateral
    • H25813: Combined forms of age-related cataract, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Pink Eye
    • Conjunctivitis
    • Red Eye
    • Allergic Pink Eye
    • Allergic Conjunctivitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H1045: Other chronic allergic conjunctivitis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Eye Damage
    • Retinal Disorder
    • Hypertensive Retinopathy
    • Eye Damage from Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Retinopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H35033: Hypertensive retinopathy, bilateral

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Melvin typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Melvin 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. Melvin. 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:

    • Laser Surgery for Secondary Cataract
    • YAG Laser Capsulotomy
    • Posterior Capsulotomy
    • Secondary Cataract Removal
    • Laser Eye Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 66821: Discission of secondary membranous cataract (opacified posterior lens capsule and/or anterior hyaloid); laser surgery (eg, YAG laser) (1 or more stages)

    Also known as:

    • Eye Injection
    • Intravitreal Injection
    • Retinal Injection
    • Macular Degeneration Injection
    • Eye Medication Injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 67028: Intravitreal injection of a pharmacologic agent (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Cataract Removal with Lens Implant
    • Extracapsular cataract extraction
    • Phacoemulsification
    • IOL implantation

    CPT Codes:

    • 66984: Extracapsular cataract removal with insertion of intraocular lens prosthesis (1 stage procedure), manual or mechanical technique (eg, irrigation and aspiration or phacoemulsification); without endoscopic cyclophotocoagulation

    Does Dr. Melvin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Melvin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (513) 861-8300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Melvin accept in Cincinnati, OH?

    Dr. Melvin in Cincinnati, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Ohio

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Melvin's office located?

    Dr. Howard Melvin's Primary Practice

    3131 Harvey Ave Ste 201

    Cincinnati, OH 45229

    (513) 861-8300

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

    Dr. Melvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1518923101.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Melvin?

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

    What is Dr. Howard Melvin's specialty?

    Dr. Melvin is an Ophthalmologist near Cincinnati, OH.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is Dr. Howard Melvin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Melvin is affiliated with Uc Medical Center, The Christ Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital - Cincinnati, West Chester Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. Howard Melvin accepting new patients in Cincinnati, OH?

    Yes, Dr. Howard Melvin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Howard Melvin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Melvin's office at (513) 861-8300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Howard Melvin?

    Please contact Dr. Melvin's office at (513) 861-8300 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Melvin's office located?

    Dr. Melvin's office is located in Cincinnati, OH.