Melanie S Crane, MD

Internal Medicine

Melanie S Crane is an Internal Medicine specialist based in Riverside, CA with over 25 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(951) 782-3878Riverside, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

Patients across CA can see Melanie S Crane, MD in person in Riverside or via virtual visit — no travel required. Trained at Hahnemann University College of Medicine (class of 2001), she has been practicing for over 25 years. Among her Medicare patients, common conditions include high cholesterol, hypertension, and arthritis (per CMS data).

At a glance

  • Uses generic medications more than 69% of reporting doctors in California
  • Virtual visits available — no app or travel required
1 of 3,565 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in Riverside25+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 408dNPPES updated 2025-04-11 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

7117 Brockton Ave, Riverside, CA 92506-2615

Fax: (951) 784-3268
Patient Condition Panel

What This Doctor Treats Most

Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for

Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages High Cholesterol, Hypertension, and Arthritis.

High Cholesterol
Higher than avg (+5%)75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

US avg: 70.4%

↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor

Hypertension
Lower than avg (-1%)69%

High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke

US avg: 70.2%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here

Arthritis
Lower than avg (-7%)42%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

US avg: 49.3%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Diabetes
Lower than avg (-7%)27%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

US avg: 34.5%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-7%) — less common here

Mood Disorders
27%

Conditions affecting emotional state, including depression and bipolar disorder

Depression
Lower than avg (-6%)26%

A mood disorder causing persistent sadness and loss of interest in activities

US avg: 31.8%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-6%) — less common here

Chronic Kidney Disease
Lower than avg (-8%)22%

Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension

US avg: 29.6%

↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here

GeneralBehavioralNational avg

Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.

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Background & Specialty

Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.

Career Journey
  1. Graduated medical school · 2001

    Hahnemann University College of Medicine

  2. Board certified · Apr 10, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 25 years in practice

    Experienced

Internal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

Taxonomy: 207R00000X

Education & Training

Hahnemann University College of Medicine (Class of 2001)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

7117 Brockton Ave, Riverside, CA 92506-2658

Differs from practice location

Virtual Internal Medicine Care With Melanie S Crane

NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.

Schedule a virtual visit with Melanie S Crane for cholesterol management, blood pressure monitoring, arthritis follow-ups — no travel to Riverside required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Melanie S Crane

NPI records show Dr. Crane as active with telehealth listed in Riverside, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (951) 782-3878.

Verified across 4 federal data sources

Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.

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