Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melody Becnel, MD
Medical Oncology Physician (CMS: Medical Oncology) · Hospitalist Physician · Houston, TX
- NPI 1447549126
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 79.4 / 100 · 2023
- 15 yrs in practice
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
-
1515 Holcombe Blvd
Houston, TX 770304000
(713) 792-6161 - Mailing address
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Po Box 4439
Houston, TX 772104439
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- April 2011 — 15 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- April 19, 2023
- Year of graduation
- 2011 — 15 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RX0202X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- Texas #S2950 · Louisiana #MD.206794
- Medicaid (3)
- MS #08324214 · TX #415204301 · LA #2146912
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1447549126. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
845
Distinct HCPCS
7
Medicare allowed
$110,687
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99215 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 40-54 minutes | 350 | 144 | $144 | |
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 233 | 60 | $116 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 123 | 82 | $99 | |
99239 |
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes | 48 | 45 | $116 | |
99205 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 60-74 minutes | 46 | 46 | $181 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 31 | 30 | $173 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 14 | 14 | $135 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 72 peers in Houston Medical Oncology Physician, average services per provider: 632. This provider delivers 1.3× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
353
Patients
128
Total drug cost
$4,563,158
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revlimid (Lenalidomide) | Brand | 110 | 42 | $2,106,084 |
| Lenalidomide | Generic | 59 | 22 | $868,507 |
| Pomalyst (Pomalidomide) | Brand | 43 | 18 | $925,371 |
| Pantoprazole Sodium | Generic | 29 | 15 | $340 |
| Valacyclovir (Valacyclovir Hcl) | Brand | 29 | 18 | $1,267 |
| Ninlaro (Ixazomib Citrate) | Brand | 28 | 0 | $366,172 |
| Dexamethasone | Generic | 24 | 13 | $369 |
| Imbruvica (Ibrutinib) | Brand | 17 | 0 | $294,935 |
| Ondansetron Hcl | Generic | 14 | 0 | $114 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melody Becnel's medical specialty?
Dr. Melody Becnel practices Medical Oncology Physician in Houston, TX.
Where does Dr. Melody Becnel practice?
Dr. Melody Becnel practices at 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX 770304000. Office phone: 7137926161.
What is Dr. Melody Becnel's NPI?
Dr. Melody Becnel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1447549126, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melody Becnel accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melody Becnel accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melody Becnel commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99215); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.