Doctor profile · Federal record

Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla, NP

Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Monson, MA

  • NPI 1164461273
  • MIPS 67.1 / 100 · 2023
  • 26 yrs in practice
  • Female
  • Group practice
  • No sanctions

Practice & contact

NPPES Updated May 11, 2026
Primary practice
218 Cedar Swamp RD
Monson, MA 010579307
(413) 237-3232

Credentials & registration

NPPES · NUCC
NPI registered
June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
Profile last updated
January 18, 2022
Year of graduation
2000 — 26 yrs since
Specialty taxonomy
363LP0200X — NUCC code
State license (1)
Massachusetts #200805

Federal sanctions & exclusions

OIG LEIE Updated May 11, 2026

No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file

Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1164461273. Last verified May 11, 2026.

Medicare procedures · 2023

Top services delivered

CMS Provider Utilization
Total services
1,365
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$98,564
HCPCS Description Services Patients Avg allowed
51798 Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding 411 192 $12
99309 Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 345 184 $94
99309 Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes 162 104 $93
99306 Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 126 126 $160
99308 Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 84 71 $65
51725 Simple measurement of pressure of urine flow in bladder 79 79 $72
99349 Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes 43 21 $111
99308 Subsequent nursing facility care with straightforward level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 15 minutes 38 23 $65
99306 Initial nursing facility care with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 45 minutes 34 34 $161
57150 Irrigation of vagina and/or application of drug to treat infection 25 13 $47

In context: peer comparison

Among 1 peers in Monson Pediatric Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 124. This provider delivers 11× the peer median.

Open Payments

Industry payments received

CMS Open Payments
All-time total
$3,669
Transactions
6
Manufacturers
1
Payer (manufacturer) Industry Txns Amount
Sumitomo Pharma America, INC. 6 $3,669.07

By nature of payment

Consulting Fee
$1,716
Compensation for Services Other Than Consulting, Including Serving As Faculty or As A Speaker at A Venue Other Than A Continuing Education Program
$1,654
Travel and Lodging
$299

Medicare Part D · 2023

Top prescriptions

CMS Part D Prescriber
Total claims
1,243
Patients
102
Total drug cost
$106,205
Drug Type Claims Patients Total cost
Metformin Hcl Generic 110 0 $2,068
Atorvastatin Calcium Generic 104 11 $4,585
Gemtesa (Vibegron) Brand 102 22 $35,883
Famotidine Generic 98 0 $1,477
Solifenacin Succinate Generic 92 15 $10,071
Omeprazole Generic 91 11 $5,009
Pantoprazole Sodium Generic 91 0 $1,910
Furosemide Generic 86 18 $651
Gabapentin Generic 80 12 $1,890
Trazodone Hcl Generic 72 13 $1,104

Frequently asked questions

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What is Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla practices Pediatric Nurse Practitioner in Monson, MA.
Where does Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla practice?
Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla practices at 218 Cedar Swamp RD, Monson, MA 010579307. Office phone: 4132373232.
What is Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1164461273, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla accept Medicare assignment?
Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla does not accept Medicare assignment for all services. Patients may be billed amounts beyond Medicare-allowed charges.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Blackburn-Kierkla commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Ultrasound measurement of bladder capacity after voiding (HCPCS 51798); Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309); Subsequent nursing facility care with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99309). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.