Melba Lewis, M.D.
NPI 1831120021 · Otolaryngology Physician · Austin, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Otolaryngology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melba Lewis, M.D. is a Otolaryngology Physician provider in Austin, TX (NPI 1831120021).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831120021
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Otolaryngology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- H2558 (TX)
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
797 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic Exam of Nasal Passages Using an Endoscope31231 | 277 | $179 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 228 | $162 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 99 | $117 |
| Comprehensive Hearing and Speech Recognition Test92557 | 52 | $34 |
| Test for Eardrum and Muscle Function92550 | 39 | $21 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 31 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 10 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Fluticasone Propionate | 31 | 21 |
| Amoxicillin/Potassium Clavbrand: Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass | 30 | 23 |
| Azelastine Hcl | 25 | 15 |
| Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprimbrand: Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim | 22 | 16 |
| Montelukast Sodium | 20 | 14 |
| Methylprednisolone | 17 | 12 |
| Mupirocin | 17 | 14 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$355 across 14 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
- 2006-07-05
- Last updated
- 2014-01-20
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melba Lewis's NPI number?
- Melba Lewis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831120021, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melba Lewis's specialty?
- Melba Lewis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Otolaryngology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melba Lewis located?
- Melba Lewis's practice location on file with NPPES is 4407 Bee Caves Rd, Austin, TX 78746.
- What is Melba Lewis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melba Lewis is (512) 328-4999.
- Does Melba Lewis accept Medicare?
- Melba Lewis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melba Lewis's NPI active?
- Yes — Melba Lewis's NPI (1831120021) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2014-01-20.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.