Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Howard Melton, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Moultrie, GA
- NPI 1457327454
- Accepts Medicare
- 39 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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4 Live Oak CT.
Moultrie, GA 31768
(229) 985-1080
fax (229) 890-9743 - Mailing address
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Po Box 2876
Moultrie, GA 317762876
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 8, 2025
- Year of graduation
- 1987 — 39 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Georgia #035697
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1457327454. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
375
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$35,501
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 119 | 77 | $80 | |
99212 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 10-19 minutes | 57 | 47 | $52 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 36 | 34 | $122 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 35 | 34 | $78 | |
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 33 | 15 | $48 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 30 | 30 | $156 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 18 | 18 | $169 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 17 | 17 | $157 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 17 | 17 | $94 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 13 | 13 | $176 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in this city , average services per provider: 40. This provider delivers 9.4× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$255
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
8
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| INTUITIVE SURGICAL, INC. | 1 | $70.94 | |
| Janssen Biotech, Inc. | 2 | $58.08 | |
| Monaghan Medical Corporation | 1 | $28.45 | |
| AIMMUNE THERAPEUTICS, INC. | 1 | $22.99 | |
| Aurinia Pharma U.S., Inc. | 1 | $22.60 | |
| Northgate Technologies, Inc. | 1 | $20.85 | |
| Cgg Medical Inc | 1 | $16.76 | |
| Hologic Sales and Service, LLC | 1 | $14.00 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
388
Patients
195
Total drug cost
$11,711
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omeprazole | Generic | 93 | 26 | $922 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 51 | 14 | $488 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 47 | 47 | $577 |
| Sucralfate | Generic | 34 | 11 | $1,287 |
| Sod Sulf-Potass Sulf-Mag Sulf (Sodium, Potassium,mag Sulfates) | Brand | 33 | 33 | $2,601 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 29 | 0 | $788 |
| Oxycodone-Acetaminophen (Oxycodone Hcl/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 20 | 19 | $168 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 18 | 0 | $318 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 18 | 18 | $264 |
| Ursodiol | Generic | 18 | 0 | $1,664 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Howard Melton's medical specialty?
Dr. Howard Melton practices Surgery Physician in Moultrie, GA.
Where does Dr. Howard Melton practice?
Dr. Howard Melton practices at 4 Live Oak CT., Moultrie, GA 31768. Office phone: 2299851080.
What is Dr. Howard Melton's NPI?
Dr. Howard Melton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1457327454, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Howard Melton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Howard Melton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Howard Melton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99212); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.