Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melinda Sanders, MD
Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician (CMS: Pathology) · Nashville, TN
- NPI 1629165766
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 92.8 / 100 · 2023
- 31 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3601 Tvc
Nashville, TN 372320001
(615) 322-3000 - Mailing address
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3841 Green Hills Village Dr Ste 200
Nashville, TN 372152691
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- October 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 22, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 1995 — 31 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207ZP0102X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Tennessee #MD35200
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629165766. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
783
Distinct HCPCS
8
Medicare allowed
$34,610
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
88360 |
Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual | 196 | 56 | $38 | |
88305 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity | 158 | 109 | $34 | |
88307 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity | 156 | 68 | $75 | |
88342 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, initial procedure | 94 | 67 | $32 | |
88341 |
Special stained specimen slides to examine tissue, each additional procedure | 70 | 28 | $24 | |
88321 |
Surgical pathology consultation and report on referred slides prepared elsewhere | 50 | 45 | $79 | |
88329 |
Pathology examination of specimen during surgery | 33 | 31 | $33 | |
88304 |
Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately low complexity | 26 | 17 | $10 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 41 peers in this city , average services per provider: 725. This provider delivers 1.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$31
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP | 1 | $31.13 |
By nature of payment
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melinda Sanders's medical specialty?
Dr. Melinda Sanders practices Anatomic Pathology & Clinical Pathology Physician in Nashville, TN.
Where does Dr. Melinda Sanders practice?
Dr. Melinda Sanders practices at 3601 Tvc, Nashville, TN 372320001. Office phone: 6153223000.
What is Dr. Melinda Sanders's NPI?
Dr. Melinda Sanders's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629165766, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melinda Sanders accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melinda Sanders accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melinda Sanders commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Microscopic genetic analysis of tumor, manual (HCPCS 88360); Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, intermediate complexity (HCPCS 88305); Pathology examination of tissue using a microscope, moderately high complexity (HCPCS 88307). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.