Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melisha Bissram, MD
Nephrology Physician (CMS: Nephrology) · Internal Medicine Physician · Newport News, VA
- NPI 1942417183
- Accepts Medicare
- MIPS 94.1 / 100 · 2023
- 23 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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739 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Suite 801
Newport News, VA 236063562
(757) 873-1009
fax (757) 873-7689 - Mailing address
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856 J Clyde Morris Blvd, Suite A
Newport News, VA 236011318
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- May 2007 — 19 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- September 30, 2013
- Year of graduation
- 2003 — 23 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207RN0300X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Virginia #0101243205
- Medicaid
- VA #1942417183
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942417183. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
945
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$155,229
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99233 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes | 189 | 72 | $109 | |
99232 |
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes | 170 | 84 | $74 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 160 | 104 | $95 | |
90960 |
Dialysis services, 4 or more physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 135 | 49 | $347 | |
99223 |
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes | 71 | 70 | $172 | |
90961 |
Dialysis services, 2-3 physician visits per month (20 years or older) | 67 | 40 | $287 | |
90966 |
Home dialysis services per month (20 years or older) | 52 | 27 | $285 | |
99291 |
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes | 43 | 13 | $206 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 38 | 38 | $64 | |
99204 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes | 20 | 20 | $132 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 3 peers in Newport News Nephrology Physician, average services per provider: 146. This provider delivers 6.5× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$17
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Travere Therapeutics, INC. | 1 | $16.89 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
528
Patients
137
Total drug cost
$84,842
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 84 | 29 | $712 |
| Sevelamer Carbonate | Generic | 77 | 30 | $31,489 |
| Furosemide | Generic | 63 | 24 | $168 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 54 | 21 | $796 |
| Carvedilol | Generic | 46 | 17 | $560 |
| Hydralazine Hcl | Generic | 38 | 16 | $893 |
| Potassium Chloride | Generic | 26 | 0 | $950 |
| Clonidine Hcl | Generic | 21 | 0 | $389 |
| Spironolactone | Generic | 21 | 0 | $157 |
| Torsemide | Generic | 20 | 0 | $459 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melisha Bissram's medical specialty?
Dr. Melisha Bissram practices Nephrology Physician in Newport News, VA.
Where does Dr. Melisha Bissram practice?
Dr. Melisha Bissram practices at 739 Thimble Shoals Blvd, Newport News, VA 236063562. Office phone: 7578731009.
What is Dr. Melisha Bissram's NPI?
Dr. Melisha Bissram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942417183, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melisha Bissram accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melisha Bissram accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melisha Bissram commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99233); Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making (HCPCS 99232); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.