Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melinda Helton, NP
Adult Health Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Chattanooga, TN
- NPI 1144597600
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.7 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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2525 Desales Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37415
(423) 495-2620
fax (423) 495-2625 - Mailing address
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2525 Desales Avenue
Chattanooga, TN 37404
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- August 6, 2015
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LA2200X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #16304
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1144597600. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
477
Distinct HCPCS
4
Medicare allowed
$34,808
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 313 | 87 | $64 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 85 | 45 | $96 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 60 | 57 | $92 | |
99238 |
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less | 19 | 17 | $65 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 7 peers in Chattanooga Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 73. This provider delivers 6.5× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
58
Patients
44
Total drug cost
$992
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levofloxacin | Generic | 18 | 17 | $512 |
| Ondansetron Odt (Ondansetron) | Brand | 16 | 15 | $213 |
| Acyclovir | Generic | 12 | 12 | $193 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 12 | 0 | $73 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melinda Helton's medical specialty?
Dr. Melinda Helton practices Adult Health Nurse Practitioner in Chattanooga, TN.
Where does Dr. Melinda Helton practice?
Dr. Melinda Helton practices at 2525 Desales Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37415. Office phone: 4234952620.
What is Dr. Melinda Helton's NPI?
Dr. Melinda Helton's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1144597600, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melinda Helton accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melinda Helton accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melinda Helton commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Hospital discharge day management (HCPCS 99239). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.