Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melynda Karlene, DO
Emergency Medicine Physician (CMS: Emergency Medicine) · Clearwater, FL
- NPI 1497790380
- Accepts Medicare
- 26 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
300 Pinellas St
Clearwater, FL 337563804
(727) 461-8537 - Mailing address
-
Po Box 850001
Orlando, FL 328850001
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 21, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2000 — 26 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207P00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Florida #OS9458
- Medicaid
- FL #272484600
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1497790380. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
831
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$43,887
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 107 | 107 | $111 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 78 | 74 | $88 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 72 | 66 | $2 | |
J1885 |
Injection, ketorolac tromethamine, per 15 mg | 69 | 28 | $1 | |
87804 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus | 67 | 35 | $16 | |
85025 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test and automated differential white blood cell count | 61 | 60 | $8 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 38 | 37 | $123 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 37 | 37 | $164 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 36 | 36 | $8 | |
87811 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) | 33 | 31 | $41 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 12 peers in Clearwater Emergency Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 146. This provider delivers 5.7× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
166
Patients
160
Total drug cost
$1,686
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 30 | 30 | $340 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 30 | 30 | $332 |
| Nitrofurantoin Mono-Macro (Nitrofurantoin Monohyd/M-Cryst) | Brand | 29 | 28 | $647 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 27 | 25 | $163 |
| Prednisone | Generic | 26 | 24 | $41 |
| Ciprofloxacin Hcl | Generic | 12 | 11 | $108 |
| Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim (Sulfamethoxazole/Trimethoprim) | Brand | 12 | 12 | $55 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melynda Karlene's medical specialty?
Dr. Melynda Karlene practices Emergency Medicine Physician in Clearwater, FL.
Where does Dr. Melynda Karlene practice?
Dr. Melynda Karlene practices at 300 Pinellas St, Clearwater, FL 337563804. Office phone: 7274618537.
What is Dr. Melynda Karlene's NPI?
Dr. Melynda Karlene's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1497790380, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melynda Karlene accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melynda Karlene accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melynda Karlene commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Automated urinalysis test (HCPCS 81003). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.