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Dr. Melissa Wright, MD

Dr. Melissa Wright, MD

Family Medicine Specialist

Thayer, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wright, Family Medicine Specialist in Thayer, MO?

    Dr. Melissa Wright, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Thayer, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Wright completed her residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Wright is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wright’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wright’s office at (417) 257-5972.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Ar Coll of Med, Little Rock Ar

    Is Dr. Wright board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Wright, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wright speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wright typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Wright 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. Wright. 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:

    • Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
    • Sinusitis
    • Acute maxillary sinusitis
    • Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
    • Maxillary sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Painful Urination
    • Urine and Urination
    • Dysuria
    • Burning when peeing
    • Stinging during urination

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R300: Dysuria

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Cough
    • Cough
    • Sudden cough
    • Short-term cough
    • New cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R051: Acute cough

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Wright typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Melissa Wright may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wright accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wright accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 257-5972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wright accept in Thayer, MO?

    Dr. Wright in Thayer, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Arkansas

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Melissa Wright's Primary Practice

    1375 Nettleton Ave

    Thayer, MO 65791

    (417) 257-5972

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    Dr. Melissa Wright's Practice 2

    181 N Kentucky Ave Ste 100

    West Plains, MO 65775

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    Dr. Melissa Wright's Practice 3

    1000 W Kingshighway

    Paragould, AR 72450

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    What hospitals are Dr. Wright affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Wright has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Arkansas Methodist Medical Center,Paragould, AR
    St. Bernards Five Rivers Medical Center,Pocahontas, AR

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

    Dr. Wright's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992762504.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wright?

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

    What is Dr. Melissa Wright's specialty?

    Dr. Wright is a Family Medicine Specialist near Thayer, MO.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is Dr. Melissa Wright affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wright is affiliated with St. Bernards Medical Center, Barnes-Jewish West County 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

    When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Dr. Melissa Wright accepting new patients in Thayer, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Melissa Wright is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Melissa Wright offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (417) 257-5972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Wright?

    Please contact Dr. Wright's office at (417) 257-5972 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Wright's office located?

    Dr. Wright's offices are located in Thayer, MO, West Plains, MO, and Paragould, AR.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Melissa Wright have?

    Dr. Melissa Wright is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.