Summary

Dr. James Melia treats pediatric obesity, obesity and overweight, and hypertension in Chicago, Illinois. He practices family medicine and is affiliated with RML Specialty Hospital Chicago.

Board-certified in family medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine, Dr. Melia earned his medical degree from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine and completed his residency in family medicine at West Suburban Medical Center in 1992. He has practiced family medicine for 37 years.

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Quick Facts

  • 37 years of experience
  • 22 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • West Suburban Medical Center Program
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Office Location

Mount Sinai Hospital

1500 S Fairfield AveChicago, IL 60608

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Chicago , ILHighland Park , ILDes Plaines , ILOrland Park , IL
Med School: Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine Med School: Ross University School of Medicine, Dominica, West Indies
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Insurance Plans Accepted by James Melia

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield - HMO
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Cigna
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meridian Health Plan
  • Meridian Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • Wellcare
  • Wellcare - Medicare

Medical Specialties

James Melia has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

James Melia has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

37 Years Experience

James Melia holds an expired medical license in the state of Illinois. They are board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Board Certifications

Board certified in Family Medicine by the American Board of Family Medicine.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Illinois that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at West Suburban Medical Center Program, West Suburban Hosp Med Ctr, Family Medicine, West Suburban Hospital Mc in 1992, and West Suburban Hospital Med Center in 1992.

Medical School

Graduated from Northwestern University The Feinberg School of Medicine in 1989 and Northwestern Uniiversity in 1989.

NPI Number

James Melia's NPI number is 1164477535.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is James Melia affiliated with?
James Melia is affiliated with Rml Specialty Hospital Chicago.
Does James Melia accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that James Melia accepts on their Vitals profile.
How can I make an appointment with James Melia?
You can find contact information for James Melia here on Vitals.
What languages does James Melia speak?
James Melia speaks English.
Where is James Melia's office located?
James Melia's office is located at 1500 S Fairfield Ave, Chicago, IL, 60608.

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