Melanie Lerew, M.D.
NPI 1073824983 · Otolaryngology Physician · Wichita Falls, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melanie Lerew, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Wichita Falls, TX (NPI 1073824983).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1073824983
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,662 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
- Open Payments transparency10% of score
Has Open Payments disclosures (2024)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our .
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Professional Service for Single Injection of Allergen95115 | 899 | $10 |
| Test for Allergy Using Allergenic Extract95004 | 553 | $3 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 361 | $86 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 205 | $106 |
| Professional Service for Multiple Injections of Allergen95117 | 204 | $11 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 115 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 14 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 113 | 38 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 90 | 48 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 64 | 19 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 34 | — |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 20 | 20 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 19 | 16 |
| Celecoxib |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$379 across 16 records (Open Payments 2024)
Open Payments discloses payments and transfers of value (meals, travel, consulting, research, royalties) from drug and device makers to providers. This is a transparency signal, not a verdict — such payments are legal and common, and their presence is neither an endorsement nor a criticism. Source: CMS Open Payments, program year 2024.
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-06-24
- Last updated
- 2015-08-17
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melanie Lerew's NPI number?
- Melanie Lerew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1073824983, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melanie Lerew's specialty?
- Melanie Lerew is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melanie Lerew located?
- Melanie Lerew's practice location on file with NPPES is 1 Burnside, Wichita Falls, TX 76310-1123.
- What is Melanie Lerew's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melanie Lerew is (940) 264-5500.
- Does Melanie Lerew accept Medicare?
- Melanie Lerew is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melanie Lerew's NPI active?
- Yes — Melanie Lerew's NPI (1073824983) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-08-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.