Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melody Dumlao, M.D
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Porterville, CA
- NPI 1316938178
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 75.0 / 100 · 2023
- 34 yrs in practice
- Female
- Solo practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
443 W Morton Ave, Ste A
Porterville, CA 932573352
(559) 788-6340
fax (559) 788-6344
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 7, 2014
- Year of graduation
- 1992 — 34 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- California #A74044
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1316938178. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
3,180
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$643,476
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 1,066 | 164 | $355 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 615 | 259 | $80 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 445 | 213 | $92 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 234 | 114 | $297 | |
99222 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes | 154 | 131 | $131 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 120 | 85 | $120 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 101 | 97 | $175 | |
90935 |
Hemodialysis procedure with physician evaluation | 70 | 56 | $72 | |
99442 |
Telephone medical discussion with physician, 11-20 minutes | 66 | 46 | $66 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 54 | 37 | $129 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in Porterville Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 187. This provider delivers 17× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$55
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kyowa Kirin, INC. | 2 | $54.80 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,852
Patients
493
Total drug cost
$402,598
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 289 | 66 | $111,879 |
| Calcium Acetate | Generic | 223 | 55 | $16,534 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 171 | 56 | $1,632 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 156 | 48 | $2,213 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 125 | 36 | $1,798 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 123 | 37 | $2,489 |
| Calcitriol | Generic | 107 | 37 | $1,220 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 103 | 21 | $2,457 |
| Veltassa (Patiromer Calcium Sorbitex) | Brand | 102 | 31 | $106,374 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 86 | 30 | $1,422 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melody Dumlao's medical specialty?
Dr. Melody Dumlao practices Nephrology Physician in Porterville, CA.
Where does Dr. Melody Dumlao practice?
Dr. Melody Dumlao practices at 443 W Morton Ave, Porterville, CA 932573352. Office phone: 5597886340.
What is Dr. Melody Dumlao's NPI?
Dr. Melody Dumlao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1316938178, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melody Dumlao accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melody Dumlao accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melody Dumlao commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) (HCPCS 90960); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.