Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melana Schimke, M.D.
Family Medicine Physician (CMS: Family Practice) · Bellingham, WA
- NPI 1154669596
- Accepts Medicare
- 32 yrs in practice
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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722 N State St
Bellingham, WA 982255334
(360) 305-4329
fax (360) 647-8093
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- January 2013 — 13 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 3, 2021
- Year of graduation
- 1994 — 32 yrs since
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #MD00041682
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1154669596. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
436
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$25,387
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 125 | 77 | $125 | |
36415 |
Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample | 73 | 57 | $6 | |
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 47 | 35 | $90 | |
80053 |
Blood test, comprehensive group of blood chemicals | 40 | 39 | $10 | |
80061 |
Blood test, lipids (cholesterol and triglycerides) | 37 | 35 | $13 | |
84443 |
Blood test, thyroid stimulating hormone (tsh) | 31 | 30 | $16 | |
G0439 |
Annual wellness visit, includes a personalized prevention plan of service (pps), subsequent visit | 25 | 25 | $128 | |
85027 |
Complete blood cell count (red cells, white blood cell, platelets), automated test | 24 | 22 | $6 | |
80048 |
Blood test, basic group of blood chemicals (calcium, total) | 19 | 16 | $8 | |
83036 |
Hemoglobin a1c level | 15 | 13 | $10 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 45 peers in this city , average services per provider: 59. This provider delivers 7.4× the peer median.Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
761
Patients
167
Total drug cost
$9,091
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Levothyroxine Sodium | Generic | 115 | 32 | $1,280 |
| Losartan Potassium | Generic | 86 | 25 | $1,024 |
| Atorvastatin Calcium | Generic | 73 | 15 | $1,052 |
| Paroxetine Hcl | Generic | 60 | 0 | $367 |
| Lisinopril | Generic | 55 | 19 | $592 |
| Omeprazole | Generic | 49 | 15 | $855 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | Generic | 42 | 13 | $225 |
| Alendronate Sodium | Generic | 41 | 11 | $432 |
| Gabapentin | Generic | 39 | 12 | $438 |
| Hydrochlorothiazide | Generic | 38 | 13 | $394 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melana Schimke's medical specialty?
Dr. Melana Schimke practices Family Medicine Physician in Bellingham, WA.
Where does Dr. Melana Schimke practice?
Dr. Melana Schimke practices at 722 N State St, Bellingham, WA 982255334. Office phone: 3603054329.
What is Dr. Melana Schimke's NPI?
Dr. Melana Schimke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1154669596, issued by NPPES.
Does Dr. Melana Schimke accept Medicare assignment?
Yes. Dr. Melana Schimke accepts Medicare assignment, meaning Medicare-allowed amounts are accepted as full payment for covered services.
What procedures does Dr. Melana Schimke commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99214); Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample (HCPCS 36415); Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.