Melody Dumlao, M.D
NPI 1316938178 · Nephrology Physician · Porterville, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melody Dumlao, M.D is a Nephrology Physician provider in Porterville, CA (NPI 1316938178).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1316938178
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- A74044 (CA)
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
20 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
3,124 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dialysis Services, 4 Or More Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90960 | 970 | $352 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 462 | $292 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 453 | $92 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 433 | $77 |
| Dialysis Services, 1 Physician Visit Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90962 | 306 | $203 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 61 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | 341 | 76 |
| Calcium Acetate | 234 | 56 |
| Sucroferric Oxyhydroxidebrand: Velphoro | 177 | 47 |
| Furosemide | 176 | 46 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | 167 | 45 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 164 | 55 |
| Losartan Potassium | 151 | 44 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$55 across 2 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
- 2005-11-02
- Last updated
- 2014-07-07
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melody Dumlao's NPI number?
- Melody Dumlao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316938178, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melody Dumlao's specialty?
- Melody Dumlao is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melody Dumlao located?
- Melody Dumlao's practice location on file with NPPES is 443 W Morton Ave, Porterville, CA 93257-3352.
- What is Melody Dumlao's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melody Dumlao is (559) 788-6340.
- Does Melody Dumlao accept Medicare?
- Melody Dumlao is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melody Dumlao's NPI active?
- Yes — Melody Dumlao's NPI (1316938178) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-07-07.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.