Summary

Dr. Melissa Headley specializes in internal medicine, pediatrics, and hospice and palliative medicine. She earned her medical degree from Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina and brings 15 years of clinical experience to her practice. Her unique combination of specialties allows her to care for patients across all age groups while providing compassionate end-of-life care.

Dr. Headley practices at NYC Health + Hospitals/Lincoln in Bronx, NY. She focuses on treating complex conditions including cancer pain, type 2 diabetes, and heart failure. Her expertise in hospice care, life-prolonging treatments, and palliative care helps patients and families navigate difficult medical decisions with dignity and comfort.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • 15 years of experience
  • 13 insurance plans accepted
  • Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina
  • 3 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Female

Office Location

Nyc Health Hospitals Lincoln

234 E 149th StBronx, NY 10451

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Speaks English Speaks English
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Med School: Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina Med School: St Georges University School Of Medicine Med School: King Edward Medical University Med School: Mount Sinai School Of Medicine Of New York University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa Headley

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CenterLight Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Dean Health Plan
  • Elderplan - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • EmblemHealth
  • Fidelis Care (NY)
  • HealthFirst (NY)
  • Molina Healthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa Headley has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa Headley has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Hospice & Palliative Medicine
  • Pediatrics

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Melissa Headley holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Escuela Latinoamericana De Medicina in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Headley's NPI number is 1023487964.

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Dr. Melissa Headley's office is located at 234 E 149th St, Bronx, NY, 10451.
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