Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. W. Mello, M.D.
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Glendale, CA
- NPI 1376549733
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 48 yrs in practice
- Male
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1818 Verdugo Blvd, Ste 107
Glendale, CA 912081400
(818) 790-0122
fax (818) 790-4623
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- May 1, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 1978 — 48 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #G040719
- Medicaid
- CA #00G407190
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1376549733. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
2,408
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$298,969
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 530 | 385 | $90 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 419 | 264 | $83 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 294 | 274 | $137 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 216 | 216 | $180 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 189 | 189 | $118 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 135 | 135 | $166 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 126 | 124 | $95 | |
45378 |
Diagnostic exam of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 68 | 68 | $186 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 68 | 65 | $138 | |
G0121 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual not meeting criteria for high risk | 65 | 65 | $188 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 5 peers in this city , average services per provider: 105. This provider delivers 23× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$25
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 1 | $24.77 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
974
Patients
643
Total drug cost
$192,880
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 289 | 284 | $22,699 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 252 | 114 | $4,580 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 84 | 57 | $2,319 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 59 | 20 | $43,173 |
| Cholestyramine (Cholestyramine (With Sugar)) | Brand | 46 | 24 | $4,211 |
| Gavilyte-C (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 41 | 41 | $750 |
| Suprep (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 35 | 35 | $4,081 |
| Gavilyte-G (Peg3350/Sod Sulf,bicarb,cl/Kcl) | Brand | 31 | 31 | $467 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 26 | 0 | $23,973 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 25 | 13 | $802 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. W. Mello's medical specialty?
Dr. W. Mello practices Gastroenterology Physician in Glendale, CA.
Where does Dr. W. Mello practice?
Dr. W. Mello practices at 1818 Verdugo Blvd, Glendale, CA 912081400. Office phone: 8187900122.
What is Dr. W. Mello's NPI?
Dr. W. Mello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1376549733, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. W. Mello accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. W. Mello accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. W. Mello commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making (HCPCS 99222). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.