Frank Melvin, MD
NPI 1447210885 · Otolaryngology Physician · Asheville, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Frank Melvin, MD is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Asheville, NC (NPI 1447210885).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447210885
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 9900945 (NC)
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
1,217 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 | 409 | $85 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 148 | $103 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 138 | $120 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Voice Box Using a Flexible Endoscope31575 | 135 | $119 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More99212 | 81 | $53 |
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 19 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 249 | 114 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 170 | 78 |
| Famotidine | 97 | 44 |
| Prednisone | 86 | 82 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | 83 | 35 |
| Triamterene/Hydrochlorothiazidbrand: Triamterene-Hydrochlorothiazid | 72 | 30 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 45 | 20 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$48 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
- 2006-03-27
- Last updated
- 2011-12-29
Frequently asked questions
- What is Frank Melvin's NPI number?
- Frank Melvin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447210885, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Frank Melvin's specialty?
- Frank Melvin is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Frank Melvin located?
- Frank Melvin's practice location on file with NPPES is 1065 Hendersonville Rd, Asheville, NC 28803.
- What is Frank Melvin's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Frank Melvin is (828) 254-3517.
- Does Frank Melvin accept Medicare?
- Frank Melvin is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Frank Melvin's NPI active?
- Yes — Frank Melvin's NPI (1447210885) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2011-12-29.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.