Summary

Dr. Melissa Rainwater is an obstetrician and gynecologist who graduated from the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and completed her residency at the University of Texas Health Science Center. With three decades of experience in women's healthcare, she provides comprehensive obstetric and gynecologic care to patients throughout Arkansas. Dr. Rainwater is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing her to serve diverse patient populations.

She practices at multiple locations in Fort Smith, Arkansas, with a primary affiliation at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith. Dr. Rainwater specializes in treating conditions such as abnormal uterine bleeding, amenorrhea, and noncancerous ovarian growths. Her expertise includes performing fetal ultrasounds, pelvic ultrasounds, and abdominal X-rays to diagnose and monitor women's health conditions. Patients have given her an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.8
  • 30 years of experience
  • 46 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Texas Health Science
  • 9 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 11 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 4 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Melissa C Rainwater has 4 locations

Eastside Obgyn Pllc

7001 Rogers Ave Ste 502Fort Smith, AR 72903
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

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

7301 Rogers AveFort Smith, AR 72903

Baptist Health Fort Smith

1001 Towson AveFort Smith, AR 72901

Fort Smith Er And Hospital

4701 Phoenix AveFort Smith, AR 72903

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Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
3.8 
30 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 51 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Fort Smith , ARFort Smith , ARRedding , CARoland , OK
Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine Med School: Univ Of Chicago Division Of Biological Sciences Pritzker School Of Medicine Med School: Medical College Of Georgia At Georgia Regents University
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melissa C Rainwater

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna Better Health
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Benefit Management Inc
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CareFirst Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO
  • CareSource
  • CHAMPVA
  • CHAMPVA - HMO
  • Cigna
  • Cigna-HealthSpring
  • Empower Healthcare Solutions - Medicaid (Managed)
  • GEHA
  • Golden Rule
  • HealthChoice Oklahoma
  • HealthScope Benefits
  • HFN
  • Humana
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Priority Health
  • Riverside Health
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • Summit Community Care
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melissa C Rainwater has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melissa C Rainwater has the following 11 areas of expertise

  • Birth Control
  • C-section
  • Child Birth
  • Hot Flashes
  • Infertility
  • Menopause
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Pap Smear
  • Pelvic Exam
  • Pregnancy
  • Women's Health

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

Dr. Melissa C Rainwater holds an active medical license in the state of Arkansas.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of Arkansas that expires in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at University Of Texas Health Science.

Medical School

Graduated from University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine in 1996.

NPI Number

Dr. Rainwater's NPI number is 1073557005.

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Dr. Melissa Rainwater is affiliated with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith.

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