Minas Melidonian, M.D
NPI 1518254457 · Hospitalist Physician · Glendale, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospitalist · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Minas Melidonian, M.D is a Hospitalist Physician provider in Glendale, CA (NPI 1518254457).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1518254457
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospitalist PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 4301098205 (MI)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
15 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
2,198 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 1,135 | $122 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 362 | $119 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 359 | $81 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 75 Minutes99223 | 125 | $179 |
| Advance Care Planning, First 30 Minutes99497 | 61 | $78 |
| Subsequent Nursing Facility Care With High Level of Medical Decision Making, Per Day, If Using Time, at Least 45 Minutes99310 | 40 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Cephalexin | 59 | 57 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 40 | 39 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 35 | 35 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 35 | 33 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 35 | 35 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 30 | 29 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$135 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
- 2011-06-29
- Last updated
- 2021-10-12
- Certified
- 2021-10-12
Frequently asked questions
- What is Minas Melidonian's NPI number?
- Minas Melidonian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1518254457, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Minas Melidonian's specialty?
- Minas Melidonian is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospitalist Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Minas Melidonian located?
- Minas Melidonian's practice location on file with NPPES is 1509 Wilson Ter, Glendale, CA 91206-4007.
- What is Minas Melidonian's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Minas Melidonian is (323) 485-4224.
- Does Minas Melidonian accept Medicare?
- Minas Melidonian is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Minas Melidonian's NPI active?
- Yes — Minas Melidonian's NPI (1518254457) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-10-12.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.