Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melanie Wathugala, MD
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Family Medicine Physician · Sacramento, CA
- NPI 1841855525
- Accepts Medicare
- 7 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 2 locations .
- Primary practice
-
4860 Y Street Suite 1600
Sacramento, CA 95817
(916) 734-3630 - Additional location
-
1500 21St St
Sacramento, CA 958115216
(916) 443-3299
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2019 — 7 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 17, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2019 — 7 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Massachusetts #290867 · California #187166
- Medicaid
- MA #280443
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1841855525. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
206
Distinct HCPCS
3
Medicare allowed
$16,725
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 96 | 81 | $78 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 59 | 56 | $60 | |
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 51 | 47 | $111 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 89 peers in this city , average services per provider: 131. This provider delivers 1.6× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
419
Patients
179
Total drug cost
$48,785
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 56 | 26 | $1,187 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 53 | 26 | $557 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 36 | 20 | $1,348 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 35 | 15 | $847 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $1,085 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 28 | 17 | $332 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 27 | 14 | $584 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 24 | 12 | $374 |
| Ventolin Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 22 | 0 | $1,361 |
| Metformin Hcl | Generic | 20 | 13 | $393 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melanie Wathugala's medical specialty?
Dr. Melanie Wathugala practices Family Medicine Physician in Sacramento, CA.
Where does Dr. Melanie Wathugala practice?
Dr. Melanie Wathugala practices at 4860 Y Street Suite 1600, Sacramento, CA 95817. Office phone: 9167343630.
What is Dr. Melanie Wathugala's NPI?
Dr. Melanie Wathugala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1841855525, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melanie Wathugala accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melanie Wathugala accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melanie Wathugala 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 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.