Melvin Hector, MD
NPI 1952382640 · Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician · Tucson, AZ
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Melvin Hector, MD is a Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician provider in Tucson, AZ (NPI 1952382640).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1952382640
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- MD
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 17790 (AZ)
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
20 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
367 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 21-30 Minutes99443 | 173 | $95 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 58 | $124 |
| Telephone Medical Discussion With Physician, 11-20 Minutes99442 | 50 | $64 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More99213 | 33 | $87 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 40 Minutes Or More99215 | 22 | $175 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 45 Minutes Or More99204 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 75 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 167 | 57 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 153 | 54 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 106 | 44 |
| Gabapentin | 106 | 31 |
| Losartan Potassium | 83 | 32 |
| Metformin Hcl | 74 | 26 |
| Lisinopril |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2005-11-09
- Last updated
- 2015-10-22
Frequently asked questions
- What is Melvin Hector's NPI number?
- Melvin Hector's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1952382640, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Melvin Hector's specialty?
- Melvin Hector is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Geriatric Medicine (Family Medicine) Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Melvin Hector located?
- Melvin Hector's practice location on file with NPPES is 3945 E Paradise Falls Drive, Tucson, AZ 85712-6687.
- What is Melvin Hector's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Melvin Hector is (520) 615-6200.
- Does Melvin Hector accept Medicare?
- Melvin Hector is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Melvin Hector's NPI active?
- Yes — Melvin Hector's NPI (1952382640) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2015-10-22.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.