Michael Melancon, M.D.
NPI 1992737621 · Pediatrics Physician · Lafayette, LA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Family Practice · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Michael Melancon, M.D. is a Pediatrics Physician provider in Lafayette, LA (NPI 1992737621).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1992737621
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Pediatrics PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Male
- Sole proprietor
- Yes
- License
- MD015178 (LA)
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
1,200 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) |
|---|---|---|
| X-Ray of Part of Lower Jaw, 1-4 Views70100 | 187 | $26 |
| X-Ray of Soft Tissue of Neck70360 | 186 | $21 |
| X-Ray of Upper Spine, 2-3 Views72040 | 186 | $27 |
| Imaging for Evaluation of Swallowing Function74230 | 185 | $81 |
| Single Contrast X-Ray of Upper Digestive Tract74240 | 165 | $83 |
| X-Ray of Chest, 1 View71045 | 92 | $17 |
| New Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level of Medical Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More |
Transparency — industry payments
Based on CMS Open Payments, 2024; not all care is captured.
$13 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
- 2006-07-06
- Last updated
- 2007-07-08
Frequently asked questions
- What is Michael Melancon's NPI number?
- Michael Melancon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1992737621, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Michael Melancon's specialty?
- Michael Melancon is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Pediatrics Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Michael Melancon located?
- Michael Melancon's practice location on file with NPPES is 4650 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy, Lafayette, LA 70508-6926.
- What is Michael Melancon's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Michael Melancon is (337) 989-8080.
- Does Michael Melancon accept Medicare?
- Michael Melancon is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Michael Melancon's NPI active?
- Yes — Michael Melancon's NPI (1992737621) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2007-07-08.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.