Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melinda Edwards, M.D.
Psychiatry Physician (CMS: Psychiatry) · Summerville, SC
- NPI 1245252774
- Accepts Medicare
- 29 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
709 Old Trolley RD
Summerville, SC 294855203
(843) 821-2480
fax (843) 875-3149 - Mailing address
-
250 Dewey Ave
Spartanburg, SC 293033009
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- July 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- July 19, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1997 — 29 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 2084P0800X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- South Carolina #23303
- Medicaid
- SC #190166
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1245252774. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
115
Distinct HCPCS
1
Medicare allowed
$10,733
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 115 | 26 | $93 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Summerville Psychiatry Physician, average services per provider: 64. This provider delivers 1.8× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$34
Transactions
2
Manufacturers
2
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, INC. | 1 | $19.43 | |
| Janssen Pharmaceuticals, INC | 1 | $14.63 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
1,508
Patients
165
Total drug cost
$57,158
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 201 | 31 | $2,270 |
| Quetiapine Fumarate | Generic | 198 | 25 | $2,206 |
| Clozapine | Generic | 119 | 0 | $8,464 |
| Aripiprazole | Generic | 116 | 17 | $11,991 |
| Risperidone | Generic | 104 | 19 | $1,037 |
| Benztropine Mesylate | Generic | 98 | 18 | $1,682 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 92 | 13 | $1,132 |
| Fluoxetine Hcl | Generic | 91 | 0 | $945 |
| Buspirone Hcl | Generic | 83 | 14 | $1,170 |
| Duloxetine Hcl | Generic | 75 | 11 | $1,339 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melinda Edwards's medical specialty?
Dr. Melinda Edwards practices Psychiatry Physician in Summerville, SC.
Where does Dr. Melinda Edwards practice?
Dr. Melinda Edwards practices at 709 Old Trolley RD, Summerville, SC 294855203. Office phone: 8438212480.
What is Dr. Melinda Edwards's NPI?
Dr. Melinda Edwards's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245252774, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melinda Edwards accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melinda Edwards accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melinda Edwards commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.