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Dr. Melissa Hughes, MD
Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician · Surgical Oncology Physician · Buffalo, NY
- NPI 1700049673
- 18 yrs on file
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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Elm and Carlton St
Buffalo, NY 142630001
(716) 845-2300
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2008 — 18 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 26, 2023
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RH0002X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- New York #257909
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1700049673. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
27
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$3,416
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 16 | 16 | $164 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 11 | 11 | $72 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 4 peers in this city , average services per provider: 22. This provider delivers 1.2× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
139
Patients
47
Total drug cost
$10,391
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxycodone Hcl | Generic | 30 | 21 | $393 |
| Buprenorphine | Generic | 27 | 15 | $8,567 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 16 | 0 | $260 |
| Hydromorphone Hcl | Generic | 15 | 0 | $320 |
| Methadone Hcl | Generic | 15 | 0 | $261 |
| Morphine Sulfate Er (Morphine Sulfate) | Brand | 14 | 11 | $272 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 11 | 0 | $69 |
| Hydrocodone-Acetaminophen (Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen) | Brand | 11 | 0 | $248 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melissa Hughes's medical specialty?
Dr. Melissa Hughes practices Hospice and Palliative Medicine (Internal Medicine) Physician in Buffalo, NY.
Where does Dr. Melissa Hughes practice?
Dr. Melissa Hughes practices at Elm and Carlton St, Buffalo, NY 142630001. Office phone: 7168452300.
What is Dr. Melissa Hughes's NPI?
Dr. Melissa Hughes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1700049673, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Melissa Hughes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99205); Advance care planning (HCPCS 99497). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.