Summary

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 35 years of experience
  • 34 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Pediatric Hospital
  • 6 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 6 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Carlos A. Melendez

6621 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030

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Carlos A. Melendez, MDDr. Nasser D. Askari, DODr. Alanna Janine AlbanoDr. Belle Bonita Dalton, MD
PediatricsPediatricsPediatricsPediatrics
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
35 Years of Experience 17 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available Virtual Visit Available
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Houston , TXMansfield , TXFranklin , TNFranklin , TN
Med School: University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine Med School: Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine - Bradenton, FL campus Med School: Medical College of Virginia at Virginia Commonwealth University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Carlos A. Melendez

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Ambetter - PPO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - PPO
  • Community Health Choice
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid
  • Community Health Choice - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Envolve Benefit Options
  • Envolve Benefit Options - Medicaid (Managed)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY) - HMO
  • HealthPartners
  • Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey - PPO
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health - PPO
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Pan-American Life Insurance Group
  • Superior Vision
  • Texas Children's Health Plan
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - CHIP
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid
  • Texas Children's Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare Community Plan
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Carlos A. Melendez has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Carlos A. Melendez has the following 6 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Immunization
  • Internist/pediatrician
  • Pediatric Diabetes
  • Physical
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

35 Years Experience

Carlos A. Melendez holds an active medical license in the state of Texas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Texas that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Pediatric Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Puerto Rico School Of Medicine in 1991.

NPI Number

Carlos A. Melendez's NPI number is 1083616007.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Carlos A. Melendez affiliated with?
Carlos A. Melendez is affiliated with Texas Childrens Hospital.
Does Carlos A. Melendez accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Carlos A. Melendez accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Carlos A. Melendez speak?
Carlos A. Melendez speaks English and Spanish.
Does Carlos A. Melendez accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Carlos A. Melendez has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Carlos A. Melendez's office located?
Carlos A. Melendez's office is located at 6621 Fannin St, Houston, TX, 77030.

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