Tina Melanson, M.D.
NPI 1437125119 · Nephrology Physician · Sioux Falls, SD
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nephrology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Tina Melanson, M.D. is a Nephrology Physician provider in Sioux Falls, SD (NPI 1437125119).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1437125119
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Nephrology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 5105 (SD)
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
776 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 | 392 | $338 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 112 | $88 |
| Dialysis Services, 2-3 Physician Visits Per Month (20 Years Or Older)90961 | 78 | $279 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 54 | $63 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 47 | $91 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 30 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Calcitriol | 119 | 26 |
| Calcium Acetate | 82 | 19 |
| Lisinopril | 74 | 26 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 74 | 22 |
| Potassium Chloride | 47 | 18 |
| Losartan Potassium | 32 | 13 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 31 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$29 across 3 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
- 2006-02-23
- Last updated
- 2015-07-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Tina Melanson's NPI number?
- Tina Melanson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1437125119, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Tina Melanson's specialty?
- Tina Melanson is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Nephrology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Tina Melanson located?
- Tina Melanson's practice location on file with NPPES is 1001 E 21st St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105-1033.
- What is Tina Melanson's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Tina Melanson is (605) 322-5800.
- Does Tina Melanson accept Medicare?
- Tina Melanson is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Tina Melanson's NPI active?
- Yes — Tina Melanson's NPI (1437125119) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-07-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.