Melissa Tornero-Bold, M.D.
NPI 1578770616 · Anesthesiology Physician · Columbus, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Pain Management · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melissa Tornero-Bold, M.D. is a Anesthesiology Physician provider in Columbus, OH (NPI 1578770616).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1578770616
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Anesthesiology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35.090771 (OH)
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
19 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
300 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 | 106 | $92 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 62 | $61 |
| Fluoroscopic Guidance for Needle Placement77002 | 26 | $25 |
| 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 | 26 | $16 |
| Ultrasonic Guidance for Needle Placement76942 | 18 | $29 |
| Injection of Anesthetic Agent And/Or Steroid Into Other Nerve Or Branch |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 13 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Topiramate | 82 | 15 |
| Gabapentin | 72 | 16 |
| Tramadol Hcl | 71 | 16 |
| Pregabalin | 40 | — |
| Lorazepam | 33 | 24 |
| Cyclobenzaprine Hcl | 29 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,120 across 13 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
- 2007-05-17
- Last updated
- 2025-12-22
- Certified
- 2025-12-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melissa Tornero-Bold's NPI number?
- Melissa Tornero-Bold's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1578770616, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melissa Tornero-Bold's specialty?
- Melissa Tornero-Bold is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Anesthesiology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melissa Tornero-Bold located?
- Melissa Tornero-Bold's practice location on file with NPPES is 410 W 10th Ave, Columbus, OH 43210-1240.
- What is Melissa Tornero-Bold's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melissa Tornero-Bold is (614) 293-8487.
- Does Melissa Tornero-Bold accept Medicare?
- Melissa Tornero-Bold is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melissa Tornero-Bold's NPI active?
- Yes — Melissa Tornero-Bold's NPI (1578770616) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-12-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.