Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Michael Melendez-Cortez, PA
Physician Assistant · Surgical Physician Assistant · Tacoma, WA
- NPI 1629216288
- 17 yrs on file
- Male
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
- Primary practice
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315 Martin Luther King JR Way
Tacoma, WA 984054234
(253) 403-7537
fax (253) 403-7539
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- February 2009 — 17 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- March 7, 2023
- Specialty taxonomy
- 363A00000X — NUCC code
- State license (1)
- Washington #PA60063828
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1629216288. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
26
Distinct HCPCS
2
Medicare allowed
$1,382
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99231 |
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes | 15 | 13 | $41 | |
99221 |
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 40 minutes | 11 | 11 | $69 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 46 peers in this city , average services per provider: 82. This provider delivers 0.3× the peer median.Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Michael Melendez-Cortez's medical specialty?
Dr. Michael Melendez-Cortez practices Physician Assistant in Tacoma, WA.
Where does Dr. Michael Melendez-Cortez practice?
Dr. Michael Melendez-Cortez practices at 315 Martin Luther King JR Way, Tacoma, WA 984054234. Office phone: 2534037537.
What is Dr. Michael Melendez-Cortez's NPI?
Dr. Michael Melendez-Cortez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1629216288, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Michael Melendez-Cortez commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99231); Initial hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making (HCPCS 99221). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.