Melinda Taylor, DNP, BSN, AGNP-C
NPI 1538808381 · Gerontology Nurse Practitioner · Kinston, NC
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Nurse Practitioner · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melinda Taylor, DNP, BSN, AGNP-C is a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner provider in Kinston, NC (NPI 1538808381).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1538808381
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gerontology Nurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
- Credential
- DNP, BSN, AGNP-C
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 5016287 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure25% of score
4 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
958 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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 265 | $102 |
| Blood Glucose (sugar) Test Performed By Hand-Held Instrument82962 | 165 | $3 |
| Hemoglobin A1c Level83036 | 155 | $10 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 82 | $13 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 66 | $71 |
| Insertion of Needle Into Vein for Collection of Blood Sample36415 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 24 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutidebrand: Ozempic | 141 | 35 |
| Linagliptinbrand: Tradjenta | 117 | 24 |
| Tirzepatidebrand: Mounjaro | 109 | 21 |
| Metformin Hcl | 87 | 30 |
| Semaglutidebrand: Rybelsus | 70 | 14 |
| Empagliflozinbrand: Jardiance | 69 | 18 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$930 across 57 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
- 2022-05-31
- Last updated
- 2022-05-31
- Certified
- 2022-05-31
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melinda Taylor's NPI number?
- Melinda Taylor's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1538808381, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melinda Taylor's specialty?
- Melinda Taylor is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gerontology Nurse Practitioner (Physician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers).
- Where is Melinda Taylor located?
- Melinda Taylor's practice location on file with NPPES is 701 Doctors Dr Ste D, Kinston, NC 28501-1584.
- What is Melinda Taylor's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melinda Taylor is (252) 559-2200.
- Does Melinda Taylor accept Medicare?
- Melinda Taylor is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melinda Taylor's NPI active?
- Yes — Melinda Taylor's NPI (1538808381) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2022-05-31.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.