Doctor profile · Federal record
Dr. Melinda Nicholes, FNP-BC
Family Medicine Physician · Prescribing (Medical) Psychologist · Wheeling, WV
- NPI 1942673520
- 11 yrs on file
- Licensed in 2 states
- Female
- Group practice
- No sanctions
Practice & contact
Operates at 3 locations .
- Primary practice
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24 Homestead Ave
Wheeling, WV 260036638
(304) 232-1020 - Additional location
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1175 Newark RD
Zanesville, OH 437012618
(740) 454-0738 - Additional location
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4812 MacCorkle Ave Sw
South Charleston, WV 253091340
(304) 768-3627
Credentials & registration
- NPI registered
- November 2015 — 11 yrs on file
- Profile last updated
- June 11, 2024
- Specialty taxonomy
- 207Q00000X — NUCC code
- State licenses (2)
- West Virginia #APRN74052 · Ohio #18351
Federal sanctions & exclusions
No sanctions, exclusions or revocations on file
Checked against OIG LEIE on NPI 1942673520. Last verified May 11, 2026.Medicare procedures · 2023
Top services delivered
Total services
684
Distinct HCPCS
10
Medicare allowed
$26,095
| HCPCS | Description | Services | Patients | Avg allowed | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
99213 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 20-29 minutes | 213 | 199 | $71 | |
J1100 |
Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg | 130 | 18 | $0 | |
87804 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus | 64 | 32 | $16 | |
87811 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (covid-19) | 43 | 42 | $41 | |
87426 |
Detection test by immunoassay technique for severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus | 37 | 37 | $35 | |
81003 |
Automated urinalysis test | 34 | 32 | $2 | |
99203 |
New patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-44 minutes | 31 | 31 | $90 | |
71046 |
X-ray of chest, 2 views | 29 | 29 | $20 | |
99214 |
Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes | 28 | 27 | $99 | |
87880 |
Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for streptococcus, group a (strep) | 26 | 26 | $16 |
In context: peer comparison
Among 22 peers in Wheeling Family Medicine Physician, average services per provider: 95. This provider delivers 7.2× the peer median.Open Payments
Industry payments received
All-time total
$173
Transactions
1
Manufacturers
1
| Payer (manufacturer) | Industry | Txns | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stryker Corporation | 1 | $172.87 |
By nature of payment
Medicare Part D · 2023
Top prescriptions
Total claims
294
Patients
288
Total drug cost
$2,473
| Drug | Type | Claims | Patients | Total cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prednisone | Generic | 60 | 59 | $117 |
| Doxycycline Monohydrate | Generic | 52 | 52 | $840 |
| Amoxicillin | Generic | 35 | 35 | $147 |
| Amoxicillin-Clavulanate Potass (Amoxicillin/Potassium Clav) | Brand | 25 | 24 | $185 |
| Cephalexin | Generic | 24 | 23 | $152 |
| Fluticasone Propionate | Generic | 24 | 24 | $222 |
| Azithromycin | Generic | 17 | 17 | $66 |
| Methylprednisolone | Generic | 17 | 16 | $160 |
| Albuterol Sulfate Hfa (Albuterol Sulfate) | Brand | 15 | 15 | $425 |
| Triamcinolone Acetonide | Generic | 13 | 12 | $87 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Dr. Melinda Nicholes's medical specialty?
Dr. Melinda Nicholes practices Family Medicine Physician in Wheeling, WV.
Where does Dr. Melinda Nicholes practice?
Dr. Melinda Nicholes practices at 24 Homestead Ave, Wheeling, WV 260036638. Office phone: 3042321020.
What is Dr. Melinda Nicholes's NPI?
Dr. Melinda Nicholes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942673520, issued by NPPES.
What procedures does Dr. Melinda Nicholes commonly perform?
Top Medicare-reported procedures in 2023: Established patient office or other outpatient visit (HCPCS 99213); Injection, dexamethasone sodium phosphate, 1 mg (HCPCS J1100); Detection test by immunoassay with direct visual observation for influenza virus (HCPCS 87804). Source: CMS Medicare Physician & Other Practitioners file.