Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melinda Nickels, M.D.
Surgery Physician (CMS: General Surgery) · Lubbock, TX
- NPI 1629071022
- Accepts Medicare
- 37 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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3509 22Nd St
Lubbock, TX 794101307
(806) 799-7928
fax (806) 788-8500
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2005 — 21 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- November 9, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1989 — 37 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 208600000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Texas #H8293
- Medicaid
- TX #129200507
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629071022. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
168
Distinct HCPCS
6
Medicare allowed
$28,705
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 47 | 36 | $87 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 36 | 36 | $156 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 27 | 27 | $107 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 27 | 24 | $120 | |
38525 |
Biopsy or removal of deep lymph nodes of underarm | 16 | 16 | $216 | |
19301 |
Partial removal of breast | 15 | 13 | $628 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 11 peers in Lubbock Surgery Physician, average services per provider: 33. This provider delivers 5.1× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$172
Transactions
9
Manufacturers
7
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janssen Biotech, INC. | 1 | $32.76 | |
| Medtronic, INC. | 2 | $30.28 | |
| Servier Pharmaceuticals LLC | 1 | $24.60 | |
| Endomagnetics LTD | 1 | $23.93 | |
| Genentech USA, INC. | 1 | $23.29 | |
| Elucent Medical | 2 | $22.47 | |
| Enterra Medical, INC. | 1 | $14.61 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
88
Patients
83
Total drug cost
$442
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tramadol Hcl | Generic | 51 | 46 | $93 |
| Lidocaine-Prilocaine (Lidocaine/Prilocaine) | Brand | 20 | 20 | $338 |
| Diazepam | Generic | 17 | 17 | $11 |
Hospital affiliations
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melinda Nickels's medical specialty?
Dr. Melinda Nickels practices Surgery Physician in Lubbock, TX.
Where does Dr. Melinda Nickels practice?
Dr. Melinda Nickels practices at 3509 22Nd St, Lubbock, TX 794101307. Office phone: 8067997928.
What is Dr. Melinda Nickels's NPI?
Dr. Melinda Nickels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629071022, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melinda Nickels accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melinda Nickels accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melinda Nickels commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99204); New patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99203). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.