Melanie Smith, MD
NPI 1649598889 · Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Chicago, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Hospice/Palliative Care · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melanie Smith, MD is a Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician provider in Chicago, IL (NPI 1649598889).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1649598889
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 036132174 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) PhysicianPrimary207RH0002XLicense 036132174 (IL)
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
16 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
523 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 | 130 | $136 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 107 | $193 |
| 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 | 100 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 41 | $97 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 38 | $84 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 22 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | 90 | 26 |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophenbrand: Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen | 80 | 32 |
| Buprenorphine | 65 | 29 |
| Gabapentin | 63 | 18 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | 40 | — |
| Methadone Hcl | 39 | — |
| Hydromorphone Hcl |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2010-05-12
- Last updated
- 2020-02-22
- Certified
- 2020-02-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melanie Smith's NPI number?
- Melanie Smith's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1649598889, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melanie Smith's specialty?
- Melanie Smith is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melanie Smith located?
- Melanie Smith's practice location on file with NPPES is 211 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL 60611-3468.
- What is Melanie Smith's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melanie Smith is (312) 926-0001.
- Does Melanie Smith accept Medicare?
- Melanie Smith is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melanie Smith's NPI active?
- Yes — Melanie Smith's NPI (1649598889) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-02-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.