Overview
Melissa Defoe is a Rheumatologist in Dallas, Texas. Dr. Defoe is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Raynaud Phenomenon, Lupus Nephritis, and Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
- EPO
- HMO
- PPO
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER COMMERCIAL
- EPO
- HMO
- POS
- PPO
- EPO
- HMO
- INSURANCE PLAN
- MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
- MEDICARE MAPD
- MEDICARE PDP
- MEDICARE SNP
- MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
- OTHER MEDICARE
- OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Locations
2001 Inwood Rd Fl 9, Dallas, TX 75390
5200 Harry Hines Blvd, Dallas, TX 75235
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa Defoe
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa Defoe?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa Defoe by calling their office at 214-645-2800. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Melissa Defoe a top-rated expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa Defoe is classified as an Advanced expert for Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Melissa Defoe specialize in?
While Dr. Melissa Defoe is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), Raynaud Phenomenon, and Lupus Nephritis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.
Does Dr. Melissa Defoe participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Defoe has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). You can view a list of Dr. Melissa Defoe's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Melissa Defoe accept my insurance?
Dr. Melissa Defoe accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 214-645-2800 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- DermatomyositisDr. Defoe isAdvanced. Learn about Dermatomyositis.
- Lupus NephritisDr. Defoe isAdvanced. Learn about Lupus Nephritis.
- Raynaud PhenomenonDr. Defoe isAdvanced. Learn about Raynaud Phenomenon.
- Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)Dr. Defoe isAdvanced. Learn about Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA).
- Rheumatoid Lung DiseaseDr. Defoe isAdvanced. Learn about Rheumatoid Lung Disease.
- Rheumatoid PneumoconiosisDr. Defoe isAdvanced. Learn about Rheumatoid Pneumoconiosis.
- Experienced
- Ankylosing SpondylitisDr. Defoe isExperienced. Learn about Ankylosing Spondylitis.
- Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA)Dr. Defoe isExperienced. Learn about Axial Spondyloarthritis (AxSpA).
- BursitisDr. Defoe isExperienced. Learn about Bursitis.
- Calcium Pyrophosphate ArthritisDr. Defoe isExperienced. Learn about Calcium Pyrophosphate Arthritis.
- Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE)Dr. Defoe isExperienced. Learn about Cutaneous Lupus Erythematosus (CLE).
- Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE)Dr. Defoe isExperienced. Learn about Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE).