Dr. Melvin M. Wahl

Name: Dr. Melvin M. Wahl, MD

Specialty: Orthopedics

Subspecialty: Orthopedic Spine Surgery

Qualification/Board Certification: MD; board certification is not listed in the provided profile

Affiliation(s): Kadlec Regional Medical Center

Location: Richland, Washington

Languages Spoken: English

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1750399275

Source: Uploaded U.S. News doctor profile

About the Doctor

Dr. Melvin M. Wahl is an orthopedist who focuses on conditions affecting the bones, joints, muscles, spine, and related structures. Orthopedic surgeons diagnose and treat injuries, degenerative conditions, spine problems, joint disorders, and other musculoskeletal concerns. Dr. Wahl’s profile highlights a special focus on orthopedic spine surgery and treatment for back and neck problems.

He practices in Richland, Washington, at Kadlec Regional Medical Center. His patient reviews describe him as caring, thorough, direct, and clear when explaining medical conditions and treatment options.

Key profile highlights include:

• More than 21 years of medical experience
• Specialty focus in orthopedics
• Subspecialty focus in orthopedic spine surgery
• Expertise in spinal fusion, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, lower back pain, and neck pain
• Affiliated with Kadlec Regional Medical Center
• Accepting new patients
• 4.9 out of 5 patient rating listed on the profile
• 949 patient reviews listed
• English-speaking provider

Education & Training

Dr. Wahl’s education and training include medical school, orthopedic surgery internship, and orthopedic surgery residency.

• Medical School: University of Washington School of Medicine
• Internship: University of Washington, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2001–2002
• Residency: University of Washington, Orthopaedic Surgery, 2002–2006
• Fellowship/Additional Training: Not listed in the provided profile
• Washington Medical License: Active through 2026
• California Medical License: Active through date not fully listed

Medical Conditions Treated

As an orthopedic spine surgeon, Dr. Wahl may treat conditions involving the spine, bones, joints, muscles, and related structures. His profile specifically highlights spinal fusion, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, lower back pain, and neck and spine problems.

Common conditions treated may include:

• Spinal stenosis
• Spondylosis
• Lower back pain
• Neck pain
• Spine problems
• Spondylolisthesis
• Degenerative spine disease
• Back and neck pain
• Spine instability
• Sports injuries
• Joint pain
• Bone and muscle injuries
• Arthritis-related orthopedic concerns
• Fracture-related concerns
• Conditions requiring orthopedic spine evaluation

Medical Procedures Performed

Orthopedic surgeons provide diagnostic evaluations, non-surgical treatment planning, and surgical procedures when needed. Dr. Wahl’s profile specifically highlights spinal fusion and treatment for back and neck pain, including non-fusion treatment approaches.

Common procedures and treatments may include:

• Orthopedic consultation
• Orthopedic spine surgery evaluation
• Spinal fusion surgery
• Back and neck pain treatment without fusion
• Spine condition evaluation
• Review of X-rays, MRI, or CT scans
• Lower back pain treatment planning
• Neck pain treatment planning
• Joint and musculoskeletal examination
• Pre-surgical planning
• Post-surgical follow-up care
• Referrals for physical therapy or pain management when appropriate
• Joint repair or replacement consultation when needed

Services Offered

Dr. Wahl provides orthopedic and spine-focused care for patients with back, neck, joint, bone, and muscle concerns. His services may include evaluating symptoms, reviewing imaging results, explaining treatment options, recommending non-surgical care when appropriate, and performing spine surgery when medically needed.

Services may include:

• Orthopedic evaluations
• Spine surgery consultations
• Spinal fusion consultation and treatment
• Lower back pain evaluation
• Neck pain evaluation
• Spinal stenosis and spondylosis care
• Non-fusion treatment planning for back and neck pain
• Musculoskeletal injury evaluation
• Arthritis and degenerative condition assessment
• Imaging review and treatment planning
• Preoperative education
• Postoperative recovery follow-up
• Physical therapy coordination
• Referral support for advanced orthopedic care

Patients should contact the office directly to confirm current services, appointment availability, telehealth options, referral requirements, and insurance participation.

Accepted Insurances

The provided profile lists the following accepted insurance plans:

• Aetna
• Cigna
• CMS Medicare
• Elevance
• Kaiser Permanente
• Medicare
• Medicaid

Accepted plan types listed include:

• EPO
• HMO
• Medicaid
• Medicare
• POS
• PPO

Patients should confirm coverage directly with the doctor’s office and insurance provider before scheduling an appointment or procedure.

Practice Locations

Location 1 Address: 1100 Goethals Dr, Ste B, Richland, WA 99352

Practice Name: Kadlec Regional Medical Center

Phone: (509) 942-3080

Location 2
No second office location is listed in the provided profile.

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Wahl is affiliated with:

• Kadlec Regional Medical Center, Richland, WA