Melodi Whitley, M.D.
NPI 1447782263 · Dermatology Physician · Durham, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melodi Whitley, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Durham, NC (NPI 1447782263).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1447782263
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 2022-02336 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Student, Health Care
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
9 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
2,148 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 931 | $6 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 297 | $46 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 291 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 170 | $82 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 151 | $80 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 17 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 103 | 50 |
| Fluorouracil | 94 | 77 |
| Acitretin | 62 | 16 |
| Clindamycin Phosphate | 45 | 22 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 43 | 28 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 37 | 20 |
| Tretinoin | 29 | 20 |
| Valacyclovir Hclbrand: Valacyclovir | 28 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$34 across 1 record (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
- 2017-03-30
- Last updated
- 2022-10-31
- Certified
- 2022-10-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melodi Whitley's NPI number?
- Melodi Whitley's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447782263, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melodi Whitley's specialty?
- Melodi Whitley is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melodi Whitley located?
- Melodi Whitley's practice location on file with NPPES is 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705-4699.
- What is Melodi Whitley's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melodi Whitley is (919) 684-8111.
- Does Melodi Whitley accept Medicare?
- Melodi Whitley is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melodi Whitley's NPI active?
- Yes — Melodi Whitley's NPI (1447782263) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-10-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.