James Melis, M.D.
NPI 1992704233 · Family Medicine Physician · Whitestone, NY
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
James Melis, M.D. is a Family Medicine Physician provider in Whitestone, NY (NPI 1992704233).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992704233
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Family Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 042156 (CT)
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
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)25% of score
928 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 50 Minutes99233 | 338 | $122 |
| Subsequent Hospital Care With Moderate Levelof Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 35 Minutes99232 | 336 | $81 |
| Hospital Discharge Day Management, More Than 30 Minutes99239 | 96 | $119 |
| Initial Hospital Care With Straightforward Or Low-Level Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, at Least 55 Minutes99222 | 61 | $135 |
| Electrocardiogram (ecg) 1 to 3 Leads With Review By Physician Only93042 | 57 | $7 |
| Emergency Department Visit With High Level of Medical Decision Making99285 | 22 |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 106 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 337 | 56 |
| Apixabanbrand: Eliquis | 295 | 26 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 190 | 23 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 180 | 26 |
| Furosemide | 175 | 33 |
| Gabapentin | 157 | 27 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$125 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
- 2005-07-19
- Last updated
- 2016-01-26
Frequently asked questions
- What is James Melis's NPI number?
- James Melis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992704233, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is James Melis's specialty?
- James Melis is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Family Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is James Melis located?
- James Melis's practice location on file with NPPES is 150-55 14th Avenue, Whitestone, NY 11357-2821.
- What is James Melis's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for James Melis is (718) 559-3300.
- Does James Melis accept Medicare?
- James Melis is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is James Melis's NPI active?
- Yes — James Melis's NPI (1992704233) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2016-01-26.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.