Melissa R. Ortega
Expertise in
4
conditions
Expertise in
4
conditions
1489 West Palmetto Park Road, 
Boca Raton, FL 

Overview

Melissa Ortega is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Boca Raton, Florida.

Dr. Ortega is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Neuromyelitis Optica, and Optic Neuritis.

She is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 12 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Ortega is currently accepting new patients.

Graduate Institution

University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine - 2002

Specialties

Neurology

Licenses

Psychiatry & Neurology in FL

Languages Spoken

English
Spanish

Gender

Female

Insurance

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Accepted insurance plans:

Aetna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Anthem BCBS
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
AvMed
  • HMO
  • POS
Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Blue Shield of California
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Cigna
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Florida Blue
  • EPO
  • PPO
Guardian Life Insurance Company
  • MEDICARE PDP
Health Care Services Corporation
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
  • PPO
Health Options
  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Highmark
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Humana
  • HMO
  • INDEMNITY
  • POS
  • PPO
Icare Independent Care Health Plan
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE SNP
Independent Health
  • EPO
  • POS
  • PPO
Managed Medicaid
  • OTHER MANAGED MEDICAID
Medica
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Medicaid
  • OTHER MEDICAID
  • STATE MEDICAID
Meridian Choice
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE SNP
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
  • OTHER MEDICARE
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
MetLife
  • PPO
Neighborhood
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
  • MEDICARE-MEDICAID PLAN
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
Oscar
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • PPO
Simply Healthcare
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • OTHER MEDICARE PART D
Sunshine Health
  • EPO
  • HMO
TeamCare
  • OTHER COMMERCIAL
UnitedHealthcare
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  • HMO
  • POS
  • PPO
Wellcare
  • EPO
  • HMO
  • INSURANCE PLAN
  • MANAGED MEDICAID PLAN
  • MEDICARE MAPD
  • MEDICARE PDP
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Locations

1489 West Palmetto Park Road, Boca Raton, FL 33486

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.


12 Total Publications

Acute Macular Neuroretinopathy After COVID-19 Infection in a Patient With Multiple Sclerosis.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Melissa R. Ortega

Is Dr. Melissa R. Ortega a top-rated expert for Multiple Sclerosis (MS)?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Melissa R. Ortega is classified as an Advanced expert for Multiple Sclerosis (MS), 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. Ortega specialize in?

While Dr. Melissa R. Ortega is a Neurology, they have specific expertise in Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Neuromyelitis Optica. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Neurology.

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

Yes. Dr. Melissa R. Ortega has published 12 articles and abstracts on conditions like Multiple Sclerosis (MS). You can view a list of Dr. Melissa R. Ortega'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. Ortega accept my insurance?

Dr. Melissa R. Ortega accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly 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.

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