Melissa Kang
NPI 1700048154 · Gastroenterology Physician · New York, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Gastroenterology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melissa Kang is a Gastroenterology Physician provider in New York, NY (NPI 1700048154).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1700048154
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Gastroenterology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 201101316 (NC)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
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
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness25% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint15% of score
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
163 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 | 75 | $106 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 29 | $147 |
| Biopsy of Large Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope45380 | 17 | $77 |
| Removal of Polyps Or Growths of Large Bowel Using an Endoscope With Mechanical Snare45385 | 17 | $279 |
| Biopsy of Esophagus, Stomach, And/Or Upper Small Bowel Using a Flexible Endoscope43239 | 13 | $106 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 15 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | 298 | 78 |
| Linaclotidebrand: Linzess | 131 | 23 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 102 | 33 |
| Famotidine | 88 | 24 |
| Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kclbrand: Gavilyte-G | 73 | 68 |
| Sucralfate | 33 | 11 |
| Mesalamine | 32 | — |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$102 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 915 Hillside AveNew Hyde Park, NY 11040-2529Phone: (516) 437-9000
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-06-26
- Last updated
- 2021-05-24
- Certified
- 2021-05-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melissa Kang's NPI number?
- Melissa Kang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700048154, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melissa Kang's specialty?
- Melissa Kang is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Gastroenterology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melissa Kang located?
- Melissa Kang's practice location on file with NPPES is 10 Union Sq E, New York, NY 10003-3314.
- What is Melissa Kang's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melissa Kang is (212) 420-4015.
- Does Melissa Kang accept Medicare?
- Melissa Kang is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melissa Kang's NPI active?
- Yes — Melissa Kang's NPI (1700048154) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-05-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.