Summary

Melvin Ferlita Jr., MD, specializes in anesthesia at Ochsner Health. As experienced anesthesiologists, they offer advanced, tailored care for all patients.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 5
  • 31 years of experience
  • 8 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • LSU Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 2 areas of expertise
  • 2 hospital affiliations
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Location

Melvin Ferlita

1001 Gause BlvdSlidell, LA 70458

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No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English
Slidell , LAMandeville , LASlidell , LAColumbus , GA
Med School: Louisiana State University Medical School Med School: Texas A&M University System Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: University Of Arkansas For Medical Sciences College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Melvin Ferlita

  • Aetna
  • Aetna Better Health
  • AmeriHealth - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana
  • CHAMPVA
  • Gilsbar 360 Alliance
  • Peoples Health
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Melvin Ferlita has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Melvin Ferlita has the following 2 areas of expertise

  • Anesthesia
  • Anesthesiologist

Certifications, License, & Education

31 Years Experience

Melvin Ferlita holds an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of Louisiana that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at LSU Medical Center in 1999 and Louisiana State University in 1999.

Internship

Completed their internship at LSUMC Baton Rouge Earl K. Long in 1996 and Earl K. Long Memorial Hospital in 1996.

Medical School

Graduated from Louisiana State University Medical School in 1995.

NPI Number

Melvin Ferlita's NPI number is 1427051952.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which hospitals is Melvin Ferlita affiliated with?
Melvin Ferlita is affiliated with Manning Family Childrens and Slidell Memorial Hospital.
What languages does Melvin Ferlita speak?
Melvin Ferlita speaks English.
Does Melvin Ferlita accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Melvin Ferlita has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Is Melvin Ferlita accepting new patients?
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Where is Melvin Ferlita's office located?
Melvin Ferlita's office is located at 1001 Gause Blvd, Slidell, LA, 70458.

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