Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melissa Cardenas, FNP-C
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Oncology Registered Nurse · Sun City, AZ
- NPI 1982103586
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 98.3 / 100 · 2023
- 20 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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10515 W Santa Fe Dr
Sun City, AZ 853513020
(623) 832-6530
fax (623) 832-6504
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2018 — 8 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 4, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 2006 — 20 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Arizona #AP11300 · Arizona #RN145115
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1982103586. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
154
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$16,929
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 107 | 89 | $103 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 34 | 31 | $145 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 13 | 13 | $73 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 10 peers in this city , average services per provider: 58. This provider delivers 2.7× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$80
Transactions
3
Manufacturers
3
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Acorda Therapeutics, Inc | 1 | $31.43 | |
| Eisai Inc. | 1 | $27.91 | |
| ACADIA Pharmaceuticals Inc | 1 | $21.05 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,135
Patients
448
Total drug cost
$46,689
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 287 | 124 | $4,531 |
| Escitalopram Oxalate | Generic | 193 | 79 | $2,566 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 130 | 44 | $4,744 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 109 | 49 | $803 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 77 | 31 | $1,053 |
| Venlafaxine Hcl Er (Venlafaxine Hcl) | Brand | 72 | 18 | $1,378 |
| Rivastigmine | Generic | 58 | 25 | $23,148 |
| Citalopram Hbr (Citalopram Hydrobromide) | Brand | 46 | 21 | $340 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 41 | 16 | $2,123 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 37 | 19 | $412 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melissa Cardenas's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Cardenas practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Sun City, AZ.
Where does Dr. Melissa Cardenas practice?
Dr. Melissa Cardenas practices at 10515 W Santa Fe Dr, Sun City, AZ 853513020. Office phone: 6238326530.
What is Dr. Melissa Cardenas's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1982103586, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melissa Cardenas accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melissa Cardenas accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Cardenas commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.