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Melanie M Diperna, PA-C

Pulmonology, Critical Care Medicine, Emergency Medicine
Accepting new patients
22 years of experience
WellSpan Pulmonary & Sleep Medicine - Ephrata 446 N Reading Rd, Ephrata, PA 17522
(717) 738-4334

Overview
Location
Expertise
Insurance

Brief Intro

Why I chose to pursue a career in healthcare:I pursued a career in medicine for many reasons. I love helping people feel better and lead healthier lives. Medicine is a subject that has always interested me and seems to naturally ""make sense"" to me. I also love the challenges that come with practicing medicine. Finally, being a PA (physician assistant) allows me to have a fulfilling and active career, while also allowing the balance to have a happy and healthy family/personal life. What I want my patients to know about me:I am here to help you feel better and be healthier. We can work as a team to identify and meet your personal health goals. I love educating patients, so questions are always welcomed.What I do when I'm not seeing patients:Outside of seeing patients, I love to spend time with family and friends. In particular, I love playing games or playing outdoors with my husband and three children. I enjoy exercise, especially yoga, strength training and cardiovascular training. I love to read for fun. There are so many books and not enough time!

Education Background

MEDICAL SCHOOL

DeSales University (Professional Education) - 2008

Bucknell University - 2003

Languages Spoken

English

Location & Hours

446 N Reading Rd, Ephrata, PA 17522
Mon:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri:8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat:Closed
Sun:Closed

Specialties Treated

Pulmonology
Sleep Medicine
Critical Care Medicine
Emergency Medicine
Internal Medicine

Insurance Accepted

* Insurance information may change frequently. Please verify directly with the provider (doctor/clinic).

GEHA
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Nebraska
Tricare
UnitedHealthcare
Cigna
Aetna
State Farm
HealthPartners
PA Health and Wellness
AmeriHealth
Highmark Blue Shield
UPMC Health Plan
AmeriHealth Caritas
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Geisinger Health Plan

Cancer 44
Cardiology, Heart & Vascular Surgery 41
Orthopedics 71
Neurology & Neurosurgery 54
Gastroenterology & GI Surgery 71
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery 73
Diabetes & Endocrinology 27
Children's Hospital 13
Urology 72
Psychiatry 80
Geriatrics 67
Rehabilitation 64
Obsterics & Gynecology 14
Ophthalmology 3
Ear, Nose & Throat 8
Rheumatology 2
Long Term Care 11
Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) 43