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Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD

Accepting New Patients
(Melissa Kang)
Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology
Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School
Professional interests include: gastrointestinal bleeding, acid reflux (GERD), iron deficiency anemia, and more.
10 Union Square East Suite 2h/j
Organization:physician Office, NY 10003

Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD is a gastroenterologist in New York, NY specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD is affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System.

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Office Locations

10 Union Square E
New York, NY 10003
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Mount Sinai Health System

10 Union Square East Suite 2h/j
Organization:physician Office, NY 10003
(212) 844-8106
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915 Hillside Avenue
New Hyde Park, NY 11040
(516) 437-9000
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Some issues Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD can help you with:

Gastrointestinal Problems (Digestive Disorders)

The gastrointestinal system, or GI tract, is the name given to a collection of organs that work together to digest food. These organs fit together in a long tube, running from the mouth to the anus, and include the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, among others. With so many parts working together, complicated by today's busy lifestyles and diets, digestive problems are common. As many as 1 in 3 Americans have a digestive or GI disorder. There are a huge variety of digestive problems, but the most common are IBS, constipation, GERD, hemorrhoids, and ulcers.

IBS, or irritable bowel syndrome, happens when the muscles surrounding the colon contract too easily or frequently. The result is abdominal pain, cramps, diarrhea or constipation, gas and bloating. IBS attacks can often be brought on by specific triggers, so a key part of treatment is learning which foods trigger IBS attacks and avoiding them. Treatment also includes exercise, avoiding stress, and medications if needed.

Constipation, or large, hard, or infrequent stools, happens to everyone at some point. It can be caused by a disruption in routine or food, or by eating a diet without many fresh fruits and vegetables. Although it is uncomfortable, constipation is common and usually not serious, but it can sometimes become chronic. Adding fiber to the diet, exercising, and taking medications may help.

GERD, or gastroesophageal reflux disease, is a severe form of chronic heartburn where stomach acid spills back up into the esophagus. Left untreated, the acid may even eat away at the esophagus and cause serious damage. Treatment includes changing the diet to avoid trigger foods, losing weight if needed, medications, or even surgery.

Hemorrhoids are blood vessels around the rectum that become irritated, swollen or torn while straining during a bowel movement. They are most often caused by constipation, but can also be caused by pregnancy, diarrhea, or simply a genetic predisposition towards hemorrhoids. Treatment involves first treating any constipation issues, then keeping the area clean and soothed until it has healed. If these measures are ineffective, surgery is sometimes used.

Peptic ulcers are sores or spots of inflammation in the lining of the stomach or close to the stomach in the small intestine. Usually this area is coated with a protective lining that shields the tissue from the strong stomach acid, but a break in the lining can let acid in, causing the sores. It used to be thought that stress caused ulcers, but now it is known that is not the case. Most often, they are caused by an infection by H. pylori bacteria, but ulcers can also be caused by alcohol abuse or overuse of aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other NSAIDS. The symptoms of an ulcer are pain, hunger, nausea, and fatigue.

Gastrointestinal problems, perhaps more than any other area, are markedly affected by lifestyle. Many disorders can be prevented or treated at least in part by eating a healthy diet high in fiber, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and limiting alcohol intake. Still, the frequency of digestive disorders means that even the healthiest person can be affected by them. Anyone who notices blood in their stool, experiences abdominal pain, unexplained weight loss, or any significant change in bowel movements should see a doctor.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY during 2012 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care 16
inpatient care 16

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2013 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY during 2013 were hospital care and inpatient care.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

hospital care 32
inpatient care 32

2013 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 21
Female 28
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 27
Black 22
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 13
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2013

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 55
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 45
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 47
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 33
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 31
Diabetes 43
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2014

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 0
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 0
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 13

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2015

Hypertension 71
High Cholesterol 67
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 67
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 43

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 29
Female 51
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 21
Black 18
Hispanic 0
Asian 21
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 44
From 75 to 84 17
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2016

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 30
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 16
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 16
Diabetes 66
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY during 2017 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 37
doctor visit 15
gastrointestinal procedures 37
hospital care 18
inpatient care 18
minimally invasive procedures 37
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 37

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 38
Female 44
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 0
Black 28
Hispanic 35
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 37
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2017

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 44
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 33
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 49
Asthma 21
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 24
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 56
Dementia 22
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 12
gastrointestinal procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 12

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 16
Female 19
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 0
Black 16
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 22
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2018

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 0
Chronic Kidney Disease 46
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 51
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 12
gastrointestinal procedures 12
minimally invasive procedures 12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 12

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 13
Female 17
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 0
Black 0
Hispanic 14
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 13
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2019

Hypertension 73
High Cholesterol 57
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 0
Depression 37
Chronic Kidney Disease 0
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 0
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 53
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 113
doctor visit 11
gastrointestinal procedures 113
hospital care 32
inpatient care 32
minimally invasive procedures 113
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 113

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 50
Female 99
Age
From 65 to 74 78
From 75 to 84 33
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2020

Hypertension 60
High Cholesterol 52
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 32
Depression 31
Chronic Kidney Disease 30
Asthma 11
Osteoperosis 8
Atrial Fibrilation 12
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 21
Diabetes 33
Dementia 7
Cancer 11

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 100
doctor visit 51
gastrointestinal procedures 100
hospital care 33
inpatient care 33
minimally invasive procedures 100
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 100

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 67
Female 95
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 96
Black 20
Hispanic 34
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 66
From 75 to 84 43
85 and over 27
Less than 65 26

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2021

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 64
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 39
Depression 28
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 16
Osteoperosis 13
Atrial Fibrilation 14
Heart Failure 21
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 30
Dementia 17
Cancer 12

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY during 2022 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 75
doctor visit 145
gastrointestinal procedures 86
hospital care 47
inpatient care 47
minimally invasive procedures 86
preventive care 11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 75

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 89
Female 117
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 101
Black 35
Hispanic 46
Asian 12
Other 12
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 80
From 75 to 84 60
85 and over 26
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD in 2022

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 75
Stroke 15
Ischemic Heart Disease 38
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 21
Asthma 19
Osteoperosis 18
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 17
Diabetes 38
Dementia 12
Cancer 20

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in New York, NY were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures 58
doctor visit 46
gastrointestinal procedures 60
hospital care 29
inpatient care 29
minimally invasive procedures 60
preventive care 11
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 58

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD.

Gender
Male 29
Female 42
Ethnicity
Black / African American 12
Asian / Pacific Islander 3
Non-Hispanic White 22
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 11
Other 1
Age
75 to 84 13
85 and over 4
Less than 65 9
65 to 74 32

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.

Hypertension 65
High Cholesterol 48
Stroke 2
Ischemic Heart Disease 22
Depression 18
Chronic Kidney Disease 22
Asthma 8
Osteoporosis 3
Heart Failure 12
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 39
Atrial Fibrillation 4
Dementia 5
Cancer 3

Education & Training

Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. She completed residency at Boston Medical Center. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and has a state license in Maine.

Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School

Residency: Boston Medical Center

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Maine

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Mount Sinai Health System

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield, MagnaCare, Elderplan, EmblemHealth, WellCare, Oscar, Fidelis Care, United Healthcare, Medicaid, Cigna, 1199SEIU, MetroPlus Health, Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS), Group Health Incorporated (GHI), Centivo, Medicare - NY, AETNA - Medicare, Oxford - Freedom and Liberty, AETNA - Commercial, VNSNY Choice Medicare and VillageCareMax.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield
MagnaCare
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
WellCare
Oscar
Fidelis Care
United Healthcare
Medicaid
Cigna
1199SEIU
MetroPlus Health
Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
Group Health Incorporated (GHI)
Centivo
Medicare - NY
AETNA - Medicare
Oxford - Freedom and Liberty
AETNA - Commercial
VNSNY Choice Medicare
VillageCareMax

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 85 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in New York, NY. 

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Melissa R. Kang, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Janssen Biotech, Inc. $877 SIMPONI
$739 		REMICADE
$137
AbbVie, Inc. $545 Viekira
$164 		Technivie
$113 		Creon
$89 		Humira
$64
$115
AbbVie Inc. $419 Skyrizi
$413 		Humira
$6
Salix Pharmaceuticals, Ltd $314 Xifaxan 550 mg
$145 		XIFAXAN 550 MG TABLETS
$50
$119
Janssen Scientific Affairs, LLC $294 REMICADE
$294
Other $940 Single Use Electrosurgical Hemostatic Forceps
$149 		ViziShot Respiratory Needles
$144 		COLOGUARD
$118 		DAKLINZA
$67 		ZEPOSIA
$53 		Other
$409
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $3,182
Education $207

Biography

Dr. Melissa Kang is a specialist in adult gastroenterology in New York, NY, New Hyde Park, NY, and Organization:physician Office, NY. Dr. Kang's average rating from her patients is 4.5 stars (out of 5). Her clinical interests include gastrointestinal bleeding, pain, and stomach problems. Her hospital/clinic affiliations include Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai West, and Mount Sinai Brooklyn. She takes Blue California, Fidelis Care, and Elderplan, in addition to other insurance carriers. Mount Sinai Health System reports that she is accepting new patients at her office in Organization:Physician Office, NY. Dr. Kang is a graduate of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. For her residency, Dr. Kang trained at Boston Medical Center.

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