Summary

Melissa Varnado is a registered nurse who specializes in surgery, with a particular focus on breast health and cancer care. They work closely with patients navigating breast disease diagnosis and treatment at specialized clinical settings. Melissa speaks English and brings dedicated expertise to surgical nursing care.

Melissa practices at North Oaks Medical Center and provides care at the St. Tammany Health System Breast Disease & High-Risk Clinic in Covington, Louisiana. They assist with breast cancer screening procedures and mammograms to help detect potential concerns early. Melissa also supports patients dealing with breast cancer, including metastatic cases and ductal carcinoma in situ, providing compassionate nursing care throughout their treatment journey.

Overview based on verified provider data

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 19 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • 2 specialties
  • 4 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

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SurgerySports MedicineTransplant SurgeryAnesthesiology
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22 Years of Experience 36 Years of Experience 37 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks German, Italian Speaks English
Covington , LAShreveport , LAMetairie , LAHammond , LA
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Med School: Korea University College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Alexandria Faculty Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melissa Varnado

  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • All Savers Insurance
  • Ambetter - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - HMO
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Peoples Health
  • Tricare - PPO
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Melissa Varnado has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Melissa Varnado has the following 4 areas of expertise

  • Advanced Registered Nurse
  • Family Medicine
  • General Surgeon
  • Nurse Practitioner

Certifications, License, & Education

Melissa Varnado holds an active medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Nurse Practitioner with an active medical license in the state of Louisiana that expires in 2027.

NPI Number

Melissa Varnado's NPI number is 1649551292.

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Where is Melissa Varnado's office located?
Melissa Varnado's office is located at 301 N Highway 190, Covington, LA, 70433.
Does Melissa Varnado accept my insurance?
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Does Melissa Varnado accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Melissa Varnado has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Melissa Varnado affiliated with?
Melissa Varnado is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center.

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