Melvin Cherry, MD
NPI 1386735413 · Internal Medicine Physician · Lansing, MI
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melvin Cherry, MD is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Lansing, MI (NPI 1386735413).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1386735413
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301072725 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
19 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
674 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 383 | $102 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99305 | 223 | $127 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Straightforward Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99308 | 22 | $70 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 30 Minutes99309 | 18 | $102 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 16 | $79 |
| Initial Nursing Facility Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 173 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 912 | 188 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 707 | 88 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 325 | 87 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 265 | 57 |
| Tamsulosin Hcl | 250 | 54 |
| Metoprolol Tartrate | 225 | 67 |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-09-27
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melvin Cherry's NPI number?
- Melvin Cherry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1386735413, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melvin Cherry's specialty?
- Melvin Cherry is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melvin Cherry located?
- Melvin Cherry's practice location on file with NPPES is 5303 S Cedar St, Lansing, MI 48911-3800.
- What is Melvin Cherry's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melvin Cherry is (517) 887-4302.
- Does Melvin Cherry accept Medicare?
- Melvin Cherry is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melvin Cherry's NPI active?
- Yes — Melvin Cherry's NPI (1386735413) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.