Jorge Melara, M.D., M.P.H.
NPI 1518224427 · Surgery Physician · Slidell, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Emergency Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Jorge Melara, M.D., M.P.H. is a Surgery Physician provider in Slidell, LA (NPI 1518224427).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518224427
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D., M.P.H.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
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
14 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
83% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
604 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Assessment of Emotional Or Behavioral Problems96127 | 119 | $4 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay Technique for Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus87426 | 72 | $34 |
| Detection Test By Nucleic Acid for Respiratory Syncytial Virus, Amplified Probe Technique87634 | 61 | $68 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 61 | $116 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 56 | $83 |
| Detection Test By Immunoassay With Direct Visual Observation for Influenza Virus87804 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 21 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 83 | 80 |
| Prednisone | 73 | 67 |
| Ipratropium Bromide | 72 | 57 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 71 | 70 |
| Azithromycin | 69 | 64 |
| Mupirocin | 41 | 37 |
| Methylprednisolone | 31 | 31 |
| Cephalexin |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$19 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
- 2012-04-16
- Last updated
- 2016-04-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Jorge Melara's NPI number?
- Jorge Melara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518224427, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Jorge Melara's specialty?
- Jorge Melara is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Jorge Melara located?
- Jorge Melara's practice location on file with NPPES is 2170 Gause Blvd W, Slidell, LA 70460-4127.
- What is Jorge Melara's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Jorge Melara is (985) 326-8283.
- Does Jorge Melara accept Medicare?
- Jorge Melara is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Jorge Melara's NPI active?
- Yes — Jorge Melara's NPI (1518224427) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-04-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.