Summary

Dr. Melanie Prior is a primary care pediatrician at Hospital for Special Surgery. After receiving both her undergraduate and medical degrees from the University of Michigan, Dr. Prior completed a general pediatrics residency at New York Presbyterian Hospital Weill-Cornell. She is passionate about clinical care and patient education, working collaboratively with families to optimize a child's perioperative experience. Dr. Prior is an Assistant Attending at HSS and also holds the academic title of Assistant Professor in Clinical Pediatrics at Weill Cornell Medical College, where she continues to mentor pediatric residents.

Office Location

HSS - Main Hospital

535 E 70th St Fl 5New York, NY 10021

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • 17 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Michigan Medical School
  • 1 specialty
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melanie Prior

  • Aetna
  • BCBS Anthem Gatekeeper
  • BCBS Anthem NY
  • BCBS Federal
  • BCBS Horizon
  • Cigna
  • ConnectiCare
  • EmblemHealth GHI
  • EmblemHealth HIP
  • EmblemHealth Select Care
  • Medicare
  • Oxford
  • The Empire Plan NYSHIP
  • UHC Medicare HMO
  • UHC Medicare PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare Compass

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melanie Prior has the following specialty

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

Dr. Melanie Prior holds an expired medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of New York that expired in 2025.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Michigan Medical School in 2015.

NPI Number

Dr. Prior's NPI number is 1700273414.

Other Providers at Hospital For Special Surgery

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Melanie Prior's office located?
Dr. Melanie Prior's office is located at 535 E 70th St Fl 5, New York, NY, 10021.
Is Dr. Melanie Prior accepting new patients?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Melanie Prior affiliated with?
Dr. Melanie Prior is affiliated with Gracie Square Hospital.
Does Dr. Melanie Prior accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Melanie Prior accepts on their Vitals profile.

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