Melissa Wise, M.D.
NPI 1720246614 · Dermatology Physician · Louisville, KY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Dermatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melissa Wise, M.D. is a Dermatology Physician provider in Louisville, KY (NPI 1720246614).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720246614
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Dermatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- MT190084 (PA)
Specialties & taxonomies
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
18 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
5,317 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 2-14 Growths17003 | 2,457 | $6 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 1,094 | $86 |
| Destruction of Precancer Skin Growth, 1 Growth17000 | 691 | $53 |
| Destruction of Skin Growth, 1-14 Growths17110 | 278 | $103 |
| Biopsy of Related Skin Growth, First Growth11102 | 275 | $85 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Straightforward Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 10 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 20 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Ketoconazole | 129 | 69 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | 123 | 92 |
| Betamethasone/Propylene Glycbrand: Betamethasone Diprop Augmented | 79 | 49 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 56 | 11 |
| Clobetasol Propionate | 41 | 29 |
| Metronidazole | 36 | 31 |
| Mupirocin | 34 | 27 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$2,014 across 106 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
- 2008-05-28
- Last updated
- 2021-03-17
- Certified
- 2021-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melissa Wise's NPI number?
- Melissa Wise's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720246614, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melissa Wise's specialty?
- Melissa Wise is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Dermatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melissa Wise located?
- Melissa Wise's practice location on file with NPPES is 159 S English Station Rd, Louisville, KY 40245-3996.
- What is Melissa Wise's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melissa Wise is (502) 753-0056.
- Does Melissa Wise accept Medicare?
- Melissa Wise is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melissa Wise's NPI active?
- Yes — Melissa Wise's NPI (1720246614) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2021-03-17.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.