Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Stephen Melson, MD
Gastroenterology Physician (CMS: Gastroenterology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Forest City, NC
- NPI 1033206461
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.1 / 100 · 2023
- 35 yrs in practice
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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181 Daniel RD
Forest City, NC 280437151
(828) 286-9036 - Mailing address
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Po Box 19305
Charlotte, NC 282199305
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 15, 2024
- Year of graduation
- 1991 — 35 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RG0100X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- North Carolina #9701060
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1033206461. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
876
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$100,184
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 140 | 140 | $5 | |
45385 |
Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare | 96 | 96 | $237 | |
43239 |
Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 91 | 89 | $77 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 81 | 73 | $87 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 72 | 61 | $122 | |
G0500 |
Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito | 52 | 52 | $53 | |
G0105 |
Colorectal cancer screening; colonoscopy on individual at high risk | 51 | 51 | $174 | |
43249 |
Balloon dilation of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope, less than 3.0 cm | 48 | 48 | $116 | |
43235 |
Diagnostic exam of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope | 33 | 33 | $81 | |
45380 |
Biopsy of large bowel using a flexible endoscope | 31 | 31 | $131 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 1 peers in this city , average services per provider: 48. This provider delivers 18× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$39
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABBVIE INC. | 2 | $39.42 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
967
Patients
176
Total drug cost
$740,060
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 411 | 119 | $4,837 |
| Famotidine | Generic | 149 | 40 | $1,885 |
| Dicyclomine Hcl | Generic | 73 | 17 | $1,868 |
| Linzess (Linaclotide) | Brand | 45 | 0 | $33,634 |
| Mesalamine | Generic | 45 | 0 | $20,156 |
| Metoclopramide Hcl | Generic | 39 | 0 | $391 |
| Esomeprazole Magnesium | Generic | 37 | 0 | $717 |
| Humira (Adalimumab) | Brand | 27 | 0 | $320,631 |
| Humira(Cf) Pen (Adalimumab) | Brand | 25 | 0 | $273,739 |
| Mesalamine Er (Mesalamine) | Brand | 23 | 0 | $6,198 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Stephen Melson's medical specialty?
Dr. Stephen Melson practices Gastroenterology Physician in Forest City, NC.
Where does Dr. Stephen Melson practice?
Dr. Stephen Melson practices at 181 Daniel RD, Forest City, NC 280437151. Office phone: 8282869036.
What is Dr. Stephen Melson's NPI?
Dr. Stephen Melson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1033206461, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Stephen Melson accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Stephen Melson accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Stephen Melson commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Moderate sedation services provided by the same physician or other qualified health care professional performing a gastrointestinal endoscopic service that sedation supports, requiring the presence of an independent trained observer to assist in the monito (HCPCS G0500); Removal of polyps or growths of large bowel using an endoscope with mechanical snare (HCPCS 45385); Biopsy of esophagus, stomach, and/or upper small bowel using a flexible endoscope (HCPCS 43239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.