Summary

Dr. Christen Mellano is an orthopedic surgeon with 18 years of experience treating musculoskeletal conditions and injuries. He earned his medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California, providing him with a strong foundation in surgical techniques and patient care.

Dr. Mellano practices at multiple locations throughout Southern California, including Manhattan Beach, Torrance, and Orange. His expertise focuses on treating osteoarthritis and knee-related conditions that cause joint pain and stiffness. He performs various therapeutic procedures including physical therapy coordination, diagnostic imaging with extremity X-rays, and bursa injections to reduce inflammation and improve mobility. Patients rate him 3.8 out of 5 stars on average.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 18 years of experience
  • 51 insurance plans accepted
  • Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 16 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 8 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Christen Ray Mellano has 8 locations

Beach Cities Orthopedics And Sports Medicine

400 S Sepulveda Blvd Ste 200Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Mon8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Tue8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Wed8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Thu8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fri8:30 am - 5:30 pm
Sat8:00 am - 2:00 pm
SunClosed

Uci Medical Center

101 The City Dr SOrange, CA 92868

Saint Joseph Hospital Orange

1100 W Stewart DrOrange, CA 92868

Chapman Medical Center Inc

2601 E Chapman AveOrange, CA 92869

La Veta Surgery Center

681 S Parker St Ste 150Orange, CA 92868
Mon6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu6:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri6:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mellano Orthopedics

400 S Sepulveda BlvdManhattan Beach, CA 90266
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mellano Orthopedics

2990 LOMITA BLVDTORRANCE, CA 90505
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Dr. Christen Ray Mellano, MDDr. Terrence T Kim, MDDr. Eli Ziv, MDDr. Michael Klassen, MD
Orthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryOrthopedic Surgery
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
4.7 
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4.9 
18 Years of Experience 23 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available
Speaks Spanish, Russian, English, Farsi Speaks English
Manhattan Beach , CALos Angeles , CASherman Oaks , CAMonterey , CA
Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: University of California, Irvine Med School: David Geffen School of Medicine - UCLA
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christen Ray Mellano

  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - PPO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CalOptima
  • Cigna
  • Corvel - Workers’ Compensation
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Liberty Mutual - Workers’ Compensation
  • Medica
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Moda Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Nippon Life Benefits
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Priority Health
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • State Farm
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • The Hartford - Workers’ Compensation
  • Tricare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • UPMC Health Plan
  • Western Health Advantage
  • Zenith

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christen Ray Mellano has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christen Ray Mellano has the following 16 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Herniated Disc
  • Hip Osteoarthritis
  • Hip Surgery
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Osteoarthritis
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Osteoarthritis (Hand and Wrist)
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

18 Years Experience

Dr. Christen Ray Mellano holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California in 2008.

NPI Number

Dr. Mellano's NPI number is 1396980074.

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