James Melvin, M.D.
NPI 1124188776 · Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Chevy Chase, MD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Melvin, M.D. is a Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Chevy Chase, MD (NPI 1124188776).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1124188776
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 0101258973 (VA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
4,158 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,221 | $96 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 751 | $76 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 664 | $45 |
| X-Ray of Hip, 2-3 Views73502 | 465 | $52 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 265 | $136 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 153 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 142 | 103 |
| Meloxicam | 68 | 35 |
| Celecoxib | 66 | 32 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 63 | 45 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 33 | 26 |
| Clindamycin Hcl | 22 | 13 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 22 | 14 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 19 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$149 across 3 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
- 2006-12-12
- Last updated
- 2025-10-01
- Certified
- 2025-10-01
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Melvin's NPI number?
- James Melvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1124188776, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Melvin's specialty?
- James Melvin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Melvin located?
- James Melvin's practice location on file with NPPES is District Orthopaedics, PC, Chevy Chase, MD 20815-6949.
- What is James Melvin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Melvin is (301) 882-2000.
- Does James Melvin accept Medicare?
- James Melvin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Melvin's NPI active?
- Yes — James Melvin's NPI (1124188776) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-10-01.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.