Melissa Briones, M.D.
NPI 1841453008 · Rheumatology Physician · Maywood, IL
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Rheumatology · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melissa Briones, M.D. is a Rheumatology Physician provider in Maywood, IL (NPI 1841453008).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1841453008
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Rheumatology PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- 036127180 (IL)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
17 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
267 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
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 methodology.
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 Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 230 | $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 | 24 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 | 13 | $137 |
Typical Medicare-allowed amounts for these services range $17–$137 (2024). The Medicare-allowed amount is what Medicare recognizes for a service under fee-for-service — a reference figure for 2024, not a price quote and not what you would be billed. Medicare Part B covers roughly an eighth of all NPIs (65+ skew); services with fewer than 11 beneficiaries are suppressed by CMS. Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners, by Provider & Service.
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 16 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Hydroxychloroquine Sulfate | 209 | 63 |
| Methotrexate Sodiumbrand: Methotrexate | 154 | 45 |
| Prednisone | 152 | 54 |
| Leflunomide | 41 | 13 |
| Diclofenac Sodium | 33 | — |
| Adalimumabbrand: Humira(cf) Pen | 28 | — |
| Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2008-07-08
- Last updated
- 2020-10-26
- Certified
- 2020-10-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melissa Briones's NPI number?
- Melissa Briones's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841453008, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melissa Briones's specialty?
- Melissa Briones is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Rheumatology Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melissa Briones located?
- Melissa Briones's practice location on file with NPPES is 2160 S 1st Ave, Maywood, IL 60153-3328.
- What is Melissa Briones's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melissa Briones is (708) 216-6497.
- Does Melissa Briones accept Medicare?
- Melissa Briones is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melissa Briones's NPI active?
- Yes — Melissa Briones's NPI (1841453008) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2020-10-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.