Summary

Dr. Coats graduated from the St Louis University School of Medicine in 1988. He works in Downey, CA and 2 other locations and specializes in Hospital Medicine and Family Medicine. Dr. Coats is affiliated with Downey Regional Medical Center.

Quick Facts

  • 3.3
  • 38 years of experience
  • 52 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Presbyterian Intercomm Hospital
  • 10 written reviews
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Melvin Woodrow Coats has 3 locations

Downey Regional Medical Center

11500 Brookshire AveDowney, CA 90241

Pih Health Hospital Whittier

12401 Washington BlvdWhittier, CA 90602

Access Primary Care Physicians Inc

9209 Colima Rd Ste 4400Whittier, CA 90605
Mon9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

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Accepts New Patients
3.3 
38 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish
Downey , CALOS ANGELES , CALOS ANGELES , CAEl Segundo , CA
Med School: St Louis University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Melvin Woodrow Coats

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - PPO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AltaMed Senior BuenaCare (PACE)
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Bright Health
  • CalOptima
  • CareMore
  • CareSource
  • Cigna
  • Commonwealth Care Alliance
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Alliance
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • HealthNow
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Inland Empire Health Plan
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Magellan Health
  • Medi-Cal - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Molina Healthcare - HMO
  • Molina Healthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Optum Health
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Premera Blue Cross
  • Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Oregon
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - PPO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Melvin Woodrow Coats has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Melvin Woodrow Coats has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Check-up
  • Contraception
  • Family Medicine
  • Family Planning
  • Immunization
  • Influenza
  • Weight Loss
  • Weight Loss (non-surgical)

Certifications, License, & Education

38 Years Experience

Dr. Melvin Woodrow Coats holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

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

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Presbyterian Intercomm Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from St Louis University School Of Medicine in 1988.

NPI Number

Dr. Coats' NPI number is 1376599159.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Melvin Coats accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Melvin Coats accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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Is Dr. Melvin Coats accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Melvin Coats speak?
Dr. Melvin Coats speaks English and Spanish.
Where is Dr. Melvin Coats's office located?
Dr. Melvin Coats's office is located at 11500 Brookshire Ave, Downey, CA, 90241.

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