Gilbert Melson, D.O.
NPI 1235512591 · Internal Medicine Physician · Florence, AL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Gilbert Melson, D.O. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Florence, AL (NPI 1235512591).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1235512591
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- D.O.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- DO.1925 (AL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
10 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
2,527 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 | 313 | $9 |
| Complete Blood Cell Count (red Cells, White Blood Cell, Platelets), Automated Test and Automated Differential White Blood Cell Count85025 | 244 | $8 |
| Blood Test, Comprehensive Group of Blood Chemicals80053 | 217 | $10 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 197 | $10 |
| Blood Test, Lipids (cholesterol and Triglycerides)80061 | 188 | $13 |
| Blood Test, Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (tsh)84443 | 188 | $16 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 136 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 453 | 83 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 394 | 104 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 260 | 94 |
| Metformin Hcl | 251 | 65 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 220 | 70 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 206 | 75 |
| Gabapentin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$150 across 8 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 201 Avalon AveMuscle Shoals, AL 35661-2805Phone: (256) 386-1600Fax: (256) 768-9187
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2015-07-06
- Last updated
- 2022-03-22
- Certified
- 2022-03-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Gilbert Melson's NPI number?
- Gilbert Melson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1235512591, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Gilbert Melson's specialty?
- Gilbert Melson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Gilbert Melson located?
- Gilbert Melson's practice location on file with NPPES is 2122 Helton Dr, Florence, AL 35630-1449.
- What is Gilbert Melson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Gilbert Melson is (256) 415-8680.
- Does Gilbert Melson accept Medicare?
- Gilbert Melson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Gilbert Melson's NPI active?
- Yes — Gilbert Melson's NPI (1235512591) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-03-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.