Melinda Thacker, M.D.
NPI 1255579561 · Otolaryngology Physician · Worcester, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melinda Thacker, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Worcester, MA (NPI 1255579561).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1255579561
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 250085 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
17 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
1,132 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 | 550 | $93 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 324 | $195 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 56 | $134 |
| Removal of Impacted Ear Wax69210 | 46 | $37 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 46 | $113 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 15 Minutes Or More99202 | 39 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 79 | 30 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 52 | 25 |
| Prednisone | 45 | 33 |
| Budesonide | 41 | 14 |
| Azithromycin | 37 | 28 |
| Mupirocin | 31 | 24 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 27 | 21 |
| Azelastine Hcl |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$22 across 1 record (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
- 2009-01-23
- Last updated
- 2017-12-19
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melinda Thacker's NPI number?
- Melinda Thacker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255579561, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melinda Thacker's specialty?
- Melinda Thacker is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melinda Thacker located?
- Melinda Thacker's practice location on file with NPPES is 48 Elm St, Worcester, MA 01609-2541.
- What is Melinda Thacker's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melinda Thacker is (508) 757-0330.
- Does Melinda Thacker accept Medicare?
- Melinda Thacker is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melinda Thacker's NPI active?
- Yes — Melinda Thacker's NPI (1255579561) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2017-12-19.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.