Dr. Melanie A Vega
Psychiatry in Houma, Louisiana
- MEDICARE CERTIFIED
- 31+ YEARS EXP
Overview
Dr. Melanie A Vega, MD, is a Psychiatry specialist in Houma, Louisiana. She attended and graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1993, having over 31 years of diverse experience, especially in Psychiatry. She is affiliated with many hospitals including Leonard J Chabert Medical Center, Terrebonne General Medical Center. Dr. Melanie A Vega accepts Medicare-approved amount as payment in full. Call (985) 857-3615 to request Dr. Melanie A Vega the information (Medicare information, advice, payment, ...) or simply to book an appointment.
Doctor Profile
Basics
| Full Name |
Melanie A Vega |
| Gender |
Female |
| PECOS ID |
3072566637 |
| Sole Proprietor |
No - She does not own an unincorporated business by herself. |
| Accepts Medicare Assignment |
She does accept the payment amount Medicare approves and not to bill you for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance. |
Medical Specialties
- Psychiatry (primary specialty)
Experience
- Over 31 years of diverse experience
Credentials
- Medical Doctor (MD)
help 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. Melanie A Vega attended and graduated from Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans in 1993.
NPPES Info
- NPI #: 1346300894
- NPI Enumeration Date: Tuesday, December 12, 2006
- NPPES Last Update: Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Quality Reporting
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eRx - She does not participate in the Medicare Electronic Prescribing (eRx) Incentive Program.
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PQRS - She does not 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.
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EHR - She 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.
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MHI - She 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.
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MOC - She 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. Melanie A Vega
Medical Licenses
Dr. Melanie A Vega has been primarily specialized in Psychiatry for over 31 years of experience.
| Specialization |
License Number |
Issued State |
- Psychiatry & Neurology / Psychiatry
click for detail Psychiatry A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.
| 10867R | Louisiana |
Affiliated Hospitals
| Hospital Name |
Location |
Hospital Type |
Hospital Ownership |
| Houma, Louisiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - State |
| Houma, Louisiana | Acute Care Hospitals | Government - Hospital District Or Authority |
Practice Locations
5599 LA-311
Houma, LA 70360-2866
Phone: (985) 857-3615
Fax: (985) 857-3706
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
Thursday, October 20, 2016, and correspondent NPI information on the public NPPES record dated
Wednesday, October 8, 2008. If you found out that something incorrect and want to change it, please follow this
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