Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel

  • MEDICARE CERTIFIED
  • 19+ YEARS EXP

Overview

Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel, MD, is a Geriatric Medicine specialist in Carbondale, Illinois. He attended and graduated from medical school in 2005, having over 19 years of diverse experience, especially in Geriatric Medicine. He is affiliated with many hospitals including Heartland Regional Medical Center, Herrin Hospital, Memorial Hospital Of Carbondale, St Joseph Memorial Hospital. Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel also cooperates with other doctors and physicians in medical groups including Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp. Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (618) 549-5361 to request Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.

Address: 2601 W Main St
Carbondale, IL 62901-1031

Phone 1: (618) 549-5361

Fax: (618) 549-5128


Doctor Profile

Basics

Full Name Carlos Mella-Picel
Gender Male
PECOS ID 2264673268
Sole Proprietor No - He does not own an unincorporated business by himself.
Accepts Medicare Assignment He does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance.

Medical Specialties

  • Geriatric Medicine (primary specialty)
  • Internal Medicine

Experience

  • Over 19 years of diverse experience

Credentials

  • Medical Doctor (MD)
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    Medical Doctor
    Doctor of Medicine (MD or DM), or in Latin: Medicinae Doctor, meaning "Teacher of Medicine", is a terminal degree for physicians and surgeons. In countries that follow the tradition of the United States, it is a first professional graduate degree awarded upon graduation from medical school.

Education and Training

  • Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel graduated from medical school in 2005.

NPPES Info

  • NPI #: 1770713125
  • NPI Enumeration Date: Monday, July 20, 2009
  • NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, April 16, 2014

Quality Reporting

  • eRx - He does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
  • PQRS - He does report Quality Measures (PQRS). The Physician Quality Reporting System (PQRS) is a Medicare program encouraging health care professionals and group practices to report information on their quality of care. Quality measures can show how well a health care professional provides care to people with Medicare.
  • EHR - He does not use electronic health records (EHR). The Electronic Health Records (EHR) Incentive Program encourages health care professionals to use certified EHR technology in ways that may improve health care. Electronic health records are important because they may improve a health care professional's ability to make well-informed treatment decisions.
  • MHI - He does not commit to heart health through the Million Hearts initiative. Million Hearts is a national initiative that encourages health care professionals to report and perform well on activities related to heart health in an effort to prevent heart attacks and strokes.
  • MOC - He does not participate in the Medicare Maintenance of Certification Program. A "Maintenance of Certification Program" encourages board certified physicians to continue learning and self-evaluating throughout their medical career.

Language Spoken by Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel

  • English


Medical Licenses

Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel has been primarily specialized in Geriatric Medicine for over 19 years of experience.
  • Internal Medicine / Geriatric Medicine
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    Geriatric Medicine
    An internist who has special knowledge of the aging process and special skills in the diagnostic, therapeutic, preventive and rehabilitative aspects of illness in the elderly. This specialist cares for geriatric patients in the patient's home, the office, long-term care settings such as nursing homes and the hospital.
  • Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians / Internal Medicine
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    Internal Medicine
    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.


Affiliated Hospitals



Medical Group Practice

  • Southern Illinois Medical Services, Nfp


Practice Locations

2601 W Main St
Carbondale, IL 62901-1031
Phone: (618) 549-5361
Fax: (618) 549-5128
Office Hours:
  • Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday: Closed
  • Sunday: Closed


This doctor profile was updated by using the public dataset from Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) which is publicized on Friday, November 17, 2017, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated Wednesday, April 16, 2014. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this Update Data guide.

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Dr. Carlos Mella-Picel [NPI: 1770713125]Geriatric Medicine, Internal Medicine