Dr. Melvin M. Wahl

About the Doctor

Dr. Melvin M. Wahl is an orthopedist specializing in spine surgery, practicing at Kadlec Regional Medical Center in Richland, Washington. He received his medical degree from the University of Washington School of Medicine and has been in practice for more than 21 years, completing his residency in orthopaedic surgery at the University of Washington. Dr. Wahl is highly recommended by patients, earning a 4.9/5 patient rating based on 963 reviews and a Patients’ Top Choice award. He accepts new patients and is known for his clear explanations, thorough examinations, and expertise in spinal fusion, spinal stenosis, spondylosis, and nonsurgical spine care.

• Education: University of Washington School of Medicine

• Experience: 21+ years in orthopedics and spine surgery

• Specialties: Orthopedics, Orthopedic Spine Surgery

• Current practice: Kadlec Regional Medical Center

• Accepts new patients: Yes

• Unique skills: Expert in spinal fusion, back/neck pain treatment (with and without fusion), and complex spine conditions

• Affiliations: Kadlec Regional Medical Center 

Education & Training

Medical School – University of Washington School of Medicine
Residency – University of Washington, Orthopaedic Surgery (2002–2006)
Internship – University of Washington, Orthopaedic Surgery (2001–2002)
Fellowship/Additional Training – Not specified

Medical Conditions Treated

• Spinal stenosis

• Spondylosis (degenerative spine disease)

• Spondylolisthesis (vertebral slippage)

• Lower back pain

• Neck pain

• Herniated discs

• Sciatica

• Degenerative disc disease

• Spinal fractures

• Spinal deformities (e.g., scoliosis)

• Radiculopathy (pinched nerves)

Medical Procedures Performed

• Spinal fusion surgery (joining vertebrae to stabilize the spine)

• Back and neck pain treatment without fusion (decompression, discectomy, laminectomy)

• Minimally invasive spine surgery

• Lumbar and cervical discectomy

• foraminotomy

• Vertebroplasty/kyphoplasty (for spinal fractures)

• Epidural steroid injections (if within scope)

• Revision spine surgery

Services Offered

Dr. Wahl offers comprehensive orthopedic spine care, from accurate diagnosis to surgical and nonsurgical treatment plans. He prioritizes clear communication with patients to ensure they understand their condition and all available options. Services include detailed consultations, physical examinations, advanced imaging interpretation, and personalized treatment plans. For patients requiring surgery, he performs state-of-the-art spinal fusion and decompression procedures. He also manages chronic back and neck pain with conservative therapies before considering surgical intervention. His practice emphasizes patient education and shared decision-making, aiming for the best possible functional outcomes.

Services include:

• Consultations and diagnostics: Thorough history and physical exam, review of MRI/CT/X-ray, diagnosis of spine conditions

• Nonsurgical treatment: Pain management strategies, physical therapy referrals, medication management, activity modification guidance

• Surgical interventions: Spinal fusion, discectomy, laminectomy, decompression surgery, minimally invasive spine procedures

• Postoperative care: Rehabilitation planning, follow-up visits, long-term spine health maintenance

• Chronic disease management: Ongoing care for degenerative spine conditions and post-surgical follow-up

Accepted Insurances

• Aetna (EPO, HMO, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Cigna (PPO)

• CMS Medicare (Medicare)

• Elevance (EPO, HMO, Medicaid, Medicare, POS, PPO)

• Kaiser Permanente (HMO, PPO)

Practice Locations

Address: 1100 Goethals Dr, Ste B, Richland, WA, 99352
Phone: (509) 942-3080

Hospital Affiliations

• Kadlec Regional Medical Center – Richland, Washington