Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melinda Sugg, FNP
Family Nurse Practitioner (CMS: Nurse Practitioner) · Houston, TX
- NPI 1356377121
- Accepts Medicare
- 21 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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8511 S Sam Houston Pkwy E, 101
Houston, TX 770754857
(713) 343-2301
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- June 2006 — 20 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 12, 2022
- Year of graduation
- 2005 — 21 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363LF0000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #688400
- Medicaid
- TX #180713303
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1356377121. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
1,070
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$101,234
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99349 |
Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 518 | 122 | $107 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 143 | 97 | $8 | |
99350 |
Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 60 minutes | 121 | 75 | $155 | |
99490 |
Chronic care management services, first 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 72 | 45 | $52 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 72 | 72 | $107 | |
99439 |
Chronic care management services for two or more chronic conditions, additional 20 minutes of clinical staff time directed by health care professional, per calendar month | 31 | 16 | $40 | |
99345 |
Residence visit for new patient with high level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 29 | 29 | $170 | |
99497 |
Advance care planning, first 30 minutes | 29 | 29 | $70 | |
99348 |
Residence visit for established patient with low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 30 minutes | 24 | 19 | $64 | |
99496 |
Transitional care management services for problem of high complexity | 17 | 16 | $232 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 320 peers in Houston Family Nurse Practitioner, average services per provider: 104. This provider delivers 10× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
2,916
Patients
466
Total drug cost
$123,839
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 328 | 54 | $4,283 |
| Sertraline Hcl | Generic | 276 | 42 | $3,493 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 259 | 44 | $3,359 |
| Donepezil Hcl | Generic | 252 | 40 | $3,248 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 233 | 35 | $4,062 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 217 | 39 | $2,175 |
| Trazodone Hcl | Generic | 187 | 29 | $2,900 |
| Memantine Hcl | Generic | 172 | 29 | $7,849 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 158 | 31 | $1,002 |
| Mirtazapine | Generic | 148 | 19 | $3,369 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melinda Sugg's medical specialty?
Dr. Melinda Sugg practices Family Nurse Practitioner in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Melinda Sugg practice?
Dr. Melinda Sugg practices at 8511 S Sam Houston Pkwy E, Houston, TX 770754857. Office phone: 7133432301.
What is Dr. Melinda Sugg's NPI?
Dr. Melinda Sugg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1356377121, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melinda Sugg accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melinda Sugg accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melinda Sugg commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Residence visit for established patient with moderate level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99349); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Residence visit for established patient with high level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99350). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.