Melanie Santos, M.D.
NPI 1720262470 · Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician · Torrance, CA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Obstetrics/Gynecology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melanie Santos, M.D. is a Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician provider in Torrance, CA (NPI 1720262470).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1720262470
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Obstetrics & Gynecology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- A93892 (CA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery (Obstetrics & Gynecology) Physician207VF0040XLicense A93892 (CA)
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
2 documented practice locations
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
1,272 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 Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 392 | $98 |
| 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 | 231 | $17 |
| Insertion of Lower Leg Neurostimulator Electrode64566 | 138 | $132 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 72 | $179 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 46 | $138 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 25 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Mirabegronbrand: Myrbetriq | 294 | 95 |
| Vibegronbrand: Gemtesa | 286 | 95 |
| Estradiol | 268 | 135 |
| Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Crystbrand: Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro | 193 | 134 |
| Methenamine Hippurate | 181 | 61 |
| Solifenacin Succinate | 127 | 39 |
| Estrogens, Conjugatedbrand: Premarin | 123 | 57 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$4,730 across 84 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 150 Laguna RdFullerton, CA 92835-3614Phone: (714) 447-4800Fax: (714) 447-1098
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2007-12-18
- Last updated
- 2026-02-02
- Certified
- 2026-02-02
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melanie Santos's NPI number?
- Melanie Santos's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1720262470, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melanie Santos's specialty?
- Melanie Santos is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Obstetrics & Gynecology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melanie Santos located?
- Melanie Santos's practice location on file with NPPES is 4201 Torrance Blvd Ste 260, Torrance, CA 90503-4534.
- What is Melanie Santos's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melanie Santos is (424) 212-5333.
- Does Melanie Santos accept Medicare?
- Melanie Santos is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melanie Santos's NPI active?
- Yes — Melanie Santos's NPI (1720262470) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2026-02-02.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.