Expertise in
7
conditions

Dr. Melissa R. Briones

Rheumatology
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S 1st Ave, 
Maywood, IL 
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Expertise in
7
conditions
Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S 1st Ave, 
Maywood, IL 

Overview

Melissa Briones is a Rheumatologist practicing medicine in Maywood, Illinois.

Dr. Briones is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, Scleroderma, and Systemic Sclerosis (SSc).

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 2 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Briones is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Rheumatology

Licenses

Internal Medicine in IL

Hospital Affiliations

Loyola University Medical Center

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Aetna
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Anthem BCBS
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
Blue Cross Blue Shield
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  • HMO
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  • PPO
Cambia Health Solutions
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  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
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Cigna
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Health Alliance
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Health Care Services Corporation
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  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
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Humana
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  • INDEMNITY
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Independent Health
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Managed Medicaid
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Medicaid
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  • STATE MEDICAID
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Oscar
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  • HMO
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TeamCare
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UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
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Walgreens
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Wellcare
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  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
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  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
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  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Zing Health
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Locations

Loyola University Medical Center
2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153
Other Locations
Loyola University Medical Center
6800 N Frontage Rd, Burr Ridge, IL 60527

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.

2 Total Publications

Elevated anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibody titer is associated with increased risk for interstitial lung disease.
Elevated anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide antibody titer is associated with increased risk for interstitial lung disease.
Journal: Clinical rheumatology
Published: September 21, 2018
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa R. Briones

How do I make an appointment with Dr. Melissa R. Briones?

You can book an appointment with Dr. Melissa R. Briones by calling their office at 708-216-9000. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Melissa R. Briones a top-rated expert for MASS Phenotype?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa R. Briones is classified as an Advanced expert for MASS Phenotype, 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 R. Briones specialize in?

While Dr. Melissa R. Briones is a Rheumatology, they have specific expertise in MASS Phenotype, Mixed Connective Tissue Disease, and Scleroderma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Rheumatology.

Does Dr. Melissa R. Briones participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Melissa R. Briones has published 2 articles and abstracts on conditions like MASS Phenotype. You can view a list of Dr. Melissa R. Briones's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Melissa R. Briones accept my insurance?

Dr. Melissa R. Briones accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 708-216-9000 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

Areas of Expertise

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