Melinda Hunnicutt, M.D.
NPI 1710053616 · Cardiovascular Disease Physician · Columbus, IN
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Cardiovascular Disease (cardiology) · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melinda Hunnicutt, M.D. is a Cardiovascular Disease Physician provider in Columbus, IN (NPI 1710053616).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1710053616
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Cardiovascular Disease PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 01041284A (IN)
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
1,939 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 | 597 | $92 |
| Ultrasound of Heart With Color-Depicted Blood Flow, Rate, Direction and Valve Function93306 | 233 | $65 |
| Routine Electrocardiogram (ecg) Using at Least 12 Leads With Interpretation and Report Only93010 | 227 | $8 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 193 | $121 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 141 | $62 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 64 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Metoprolol Succinate | 1,027 | 321 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 744 | 192 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 739 | 232 |
| Losartan Potassium | 533 | 157 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 520 | 172 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 411 | 134 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$127 across 5 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
- 2006-11-24
- Last updated
- 2024-09-06
- Certified
- 2024-09-06
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melinda Hunnicutt's NPI number?
- Melinda Hunnicutt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1710053616, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melinda Hunnicutt's specialty?
- Melinda Hunnicutt is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Cardiovascular Disease Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melinda Hunnicutt located?
- Melinda Hunnicutt's practice location on file with NPPES is 2325 18th St, Columbus, IN 47201-5387.
- What is Melinda Hunnicutt's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melinda Hunnicutt is (812) 379-2020.
- Does Melinda Hunnicutt accept Medicare?
- Melinda Hunnicutt is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melinda Hunnicutt's NPI active?
- Yes — Melinda Hunnicutt's NPI (1710053616) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-09-06.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.