Melvin A. Gonzalez, MD

Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine

Internal Medicine

Melvin A. Gonzalez is a Cardiovascular Disease Internal Medicine specialist based in Palm Springs, CA with over 47 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.

(760) 346-0642Palm Springs, CA
Telehealth Available
NPI Active per CMS — Q2 2026

With over 47 years in internal medicine, Melvin a. Gonzalez, MD is a long-established cardiologist in Palm Springs. A Harvard Medical School graduate since 1979, he brings 47+ years of experience. CMS Medicare data shows his patients commonly have hypertension, high cholesterol, and arthritis.

1 of 849 Internal Medicine providers in CASee all Internal Medicine in Palm Springs47+ years experienceNPI since 2005

Older · 395dNPPES updated 2025-04-23 · verify NPI on CMS · Verify license at Medical Board of California

Contact & Location

Practice Location

415 S Palm Canyon Dr, Palm Springs, CA 92262-7303

Fax: (760) 340-9152
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 Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Arthritis.

Hypertension
75%

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

High Cholesterol
75%

Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk

Arthritis
60%

Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness

Ischemic Heart Disease
44%

Reduced blood flow to the heart muscle, commonly known as coronary artery disease

Atrial Fibrillation
43%

An irregular, often rapid heartbeat that increases the risk of stroke

Chronic Kidney Disease
37%

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

Heart Failure
34%

The heart cannot pump blood efficiently enough to meet the body's needs

Diabetes
31%

A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels

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 · 1979

    Harvard Medical School

  2. Board certified · Apr 22, 2025

    Self-reported via NPPES

  3. 47 years in practice

    Senior practitioner

Cardiologists specialize in diagnosing and treating heart and blood vessel conditions including coronary artery disease, heart failure, arrhythmias, valve disorders, and hypertension. They perform diagnostic procedures such as echocardiograms, stress tests, and cardiac catheterization.

Taxonomy: 207RC0000X

Education & Training

Harvard Medical School (Class of 1979)

Practice Footprint

Mailing address

39000 Bob Hope Dr, Rancho Mirage, CA 92270-3221

Differs from practice location

Virtual Cardiovascular Disease Care With Melvin a. Gonzalez

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Melvin a. Gonzalez

Dr. Gonzalez is listed as active in the NPI registry with telehealth listed in Palm Springs, CA. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (760) 346-0642.

Verified across 3 federal data sources

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

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