Melissa Yu, M.D.
NPI 1831196914 · Neurology Physician · Houston, TX
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Neurology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melissa Yu, M.D. is a Neurology Physician provider in Houston, TX (NPI 1831196914).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1831196914
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Neurology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 232169 (NY)
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
20 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
631 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) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 284 | $17 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 130 | $185 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 110 | $131 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With a High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 60 Minutes Or More99205 | 52 | $227 |
| Assessment of and Care Planning for Patient With Impaired Thought Processing, Typically 60 Minutes99483 | 36 | $278 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 23 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Memantine Hcl | 868 | 215 |
| Donepezil Hcl | 638 | 180 |
| Galantamine Hbrbrand: Galantamine Er | 256 | 68 |
| Sertraline Hcl | 179 | 52 |
| Rivastigmine | 105 | 31 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | 100 | 27 |
| Memantine Hclbrand: Memantine Hcl Er | 75 | 23 |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$1,132 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
Additional practice locations (1)
- 6550 Fannin StSte 1801Houston, TX 77030-2717Phone: (713) 798-2273
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-07-05
- Last updated
- 2024-03-25
- Certified
- 2024-03-25
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melissa Yu's NPI number?
- Melissa Yu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1831196914, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melissa Yu's specialty?
- Melissa Yu is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Neurology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melissa Yu located?
- Melissa Yu's practice location on file with NPPES is 1504 Taub Loop, Houston, TX 77030-1608.
- What is Melissa Yu's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melissa Yu is (713) 798-8890.
- Does Melissa Yu accept Medicare?
- Melissa Yu is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melissa Yu's NPI active?
- Yes — Melissa Yu's NPI (1831196914) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2024-03-25.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.