Summary

Dr. Mel Peralta is a cardiovascular disease specialist who has dedicated 24 years to caring for patients with heart conditions. He earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston and holds board certification as a Fellow of the American College of Cardiology (FACC). Dr. Peralta speaks English and brings extensive experience in diagnosing and treating complex cardiovascular disorders.

Dr. Peralta practices at Lovelace Medical Center and the Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center in Albuquerque, New Mexico. He specializes in managing high blood pressure, including emergency situations involving dangerously elevated blood pressure, and also treats hypertension in pediatric patients. His expertise includes performing electrocardiograms to monitor heart rhythm, contrast echocardiography for detailed heart imaging, and transthoracic echocardiograms to evaluate heart function. Patients consistently rate Dr. Peralta highly, giving him an average rating of 5.0 stars.
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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 24 years of experience
  • 21 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston
  • 12 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 12 areas of expertise
  • 2 board certifications
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Mel Peralta has 2 locations

New Mexico Heart Institute/Lovelace Medical Group

502 Elm St NEAlbuquerque, NM 87102
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Heart Hospital of New Mexico at Lovelace Medical Center

504 Elm Street NortheastAlbuquerque, NM 87102
Mon12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Tue12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Wed12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Thu12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Fri12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sat12:01 am - 11:59 pm
Sun12:01 am - 11:59 pm

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Mel Peralta, MD, FACCDr. Edwin Rene Grajeda Silvestri, MDDr. Mohammed Hamid Mareed Alkubeysi, MDDr. Bharat Srichand Dara, MD
Cardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular DiseaseCardiovascular Disease
24 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience 22 Years of Experience 21 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks Spanish, English
Albuquerque , NMAlbuquerque , NMAtlanta , GAAlbuquerque , NM
Med School: University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston Med School: Universidad Rafael Landivar Facultad De Ciencias De La Salud Med School: University Of Baghdad College Of Medicine Med School: University Of New Mexico School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Mel Peralta

  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • APWU
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Mexico
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Hawaii Medical Assurance Association (HMAA)
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • Humana
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • State Farm
  • Transamerica
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Mel Peralta has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Mel Peralta has the following 12 areas of expertise

  • Acute Coronary Syndrome (ACS)
  • Arrhythmia
  • Atherosclerosis
  • Blood Clot
  • Heart Attack
  • Heart Block
  • Heart Diseases
  • Heart Failure
  • High Cholesterol
  • Hypertension
  • Stroke
  • Unstable Angina

Certifications, License, & Education

24 Years Experience

Mel Peralta holds an active medical license in the state of New Mexico.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Texas Medical Branch At Galveston in 2002.

NPI Number

Mel Peralta's NPI number is 1598804593.

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Mel Peralta speaks English.
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