Paul Melaragno, MD
NPI 1770593279 · Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician · Upper Arlington, OH
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Orthopedic Surgery · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Paul Melaragno, MD is a Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician provider in Upper Arlington, OH (NPI 1770593279).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1770593279
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 35-065707 (OH)
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
1,018 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Knee, 4 Or More Views73564 | 217 | $43 |
| X-Ray of Knee, 3 Views73562 | 184 | $38 |
| Aspiration And/Or Injection of Fluid From Large Joint20610 | 134 | $65 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 115 | $85 |
| Replacement of Knee Joint, Both Sides of Knee27447 | 96 | $1,229 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99203 | 84 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 11 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin | 320 | 227 |
| Meloxicam | 154 | 114 |
| Oxycodone Hcl | 122 | 101 |
| Gabapentin | 122 | 103 |
| Ondansetronbrand: Ondansetron Odt | 106 | 99 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | 104 | 100 |
| Doxycycline Hyclate | 52 | 42 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$118 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
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-08-08
- Last updated
- 2025-02-03
- Certified
- 2025-02-03
Frequently asked questions
- What is Paul Melaragno's NPI number?
- Paul Melaragno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1770593279, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Paul Melaragno's specialty?
- Paul Melaragno is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Adult Reconstructive Orthopaedic Surgery Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Paul Melaragno located?
- Paul Melaragno's practice location on file with NPPES is 4605 Sawmill Rd, Upper Arlington, OH 43220-2246.
- What is Paul Melaragno's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Paul Melaragno is (614) 827-8700.
- Does Paul Melaragno accept Medicare?
- Paul Melaragno is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Paul Melaragno's NPI active?
- Yes — Paul Melaragno's NPI (1770593279) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2025-02-03.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.