Melinda Reed, M.D.
NPI 1275734543 · Rheumatology Physician · West Plains, MO
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melinda Reed, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in West Plains, MO (NPI 1275734543).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1275734543
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 2008035481 (MO)
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
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
188 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 188 | $118 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $118–$118 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 51 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 704 | 150 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 626 | 140 |
| Prednisone | 514 | 117 |
| Leflunomide | 170 | 41 |
| Allopurinol | 154 | 31 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 114 | 23 |
| Gabapentin | 105 | 15 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,576 across 68 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
- 2007-05-31
- Last updated
- 2020-03-30
- Certified
- 2020-03-30
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melinda Reed's NPI number?
- Melinda Reed's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1275734543, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melinda Reed's specialty?
- Melinda Reed is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melinda Reed located?
- Melinda Reed's practice location on file with NPPES is 2900 Independence Sq, West Plains, MO 65775-4238.
- What is Melinda Reed's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melinda Reed is (417) 256-1764.
- Does Melinda Reed accept Medicare?
- Melinda Reed is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melinda Reed's NPI active?
- Yes — Melinda Reed's NPI (1275734543) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-03-30.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.