DR. MELISSA LYNN MCKERNAN PULLIAM M.D.
NPI 1053388694
Internal Medicine - Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology in Lancaster, PA

NPI Status: Active since March 02, 2006

Contact Information

217 HARRISBURG AVE
THE HEART GROUP OF LGHEALTH
LANCASTER, PA
ZIP 17603
Phone: (717) 544-8300
Fax: (717) 544-8265

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  • Individual
  • Female
  • Years of Experience 28
  • Internal Medicine
  • Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
  • Accepts Insurance
  • Accepts Medicare Approved Payment
  • PECOS Enrolled

About MELISSA MCKERNAN PULLIAM

This page provides the complete NPI Profile along with additional information for Melissa Mckernan Pulliam, an internist established in Lancaster, Pennsylvania with a medical specialization in Internal Medicine, focusing in clinical cardiac electrophysiology and more than 28 years of experience. The healthcare provider is registered in the NPI registry with number 1053388694 assigned on March 2006. The practitioner's primary taxonomy code is 207RC0001X with license number MD072799L (PA). The provider is registered as an individual and her NPI record was last updated 11 years ago.

NPI
1053388694
Provider Name
DR. MELISSA LYNN MCKERNAN PULLIAM M.D.
Other Name
DR. MELISSA LYNN MCKERNAN MD
Other Name Type
Former Name (1)
Gender
Female
Entity Type
Individual
Location Address
217 HARRISBURG AVE THE HEART GROUP OF LGHEALTH LANCASTER, PA 17603
Location Phone
(717) 544-8300
Location Fax
(717) 544-8265
Mailing Address
217 HARRISBURG AVE THE HEART GROUP OF LGHEALTH LANCASTER, PA 17603
Mailing Phone
(717) 544-8300
Mailing Fax
(717) 544-8265
Medical School Name
OTHER
Graduation Year
1998
Is Sole Proprietor?
No
Enumeration Date
03-02-2006
Last Update Date
01-30-2015
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An internist like Melissa Mckernan Pulliam is a physician who has completed an internal medicine residency and is board-certified or board-eligible in an internist specialty. Internists are trained to care for adults of all ages for many different medical conditions. An internist typically monitors chronic physical conditions, identifies acute diseases, provides family planning, provides counseling about wellness and disease prevention, etc.

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Specialty - Primary Taxonomy

The NPI enumerator requires providers to submit at least one taxonomy code. A taxonomy code is a unique 10-character code that describes the healthcare provider type, classification, and the area of specialization. There could be only one primary taxonomy code per NPI record. For individual NPIs the license data is associated to the taxonomy code.

Classification

Internal Medicine Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology

Taxonomy Code
207RC0001X
Type
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
License No.
MD072799L
License State
PA
Taxonomy Description
A field of special interest within the subspecialty of cardiovascular disease, specialty of Internal Medicine, which involves intricate technical procedures to evaluate heart rhythms and determine appropriate treatment for them.

Secondary Taxonomies

The provider has reported to the NPI enumerator additional taxonomy codes. Multiple taxonomy codes may represent subspecialties or other areas of specialization the provider maybe licensed to practice.

No. Taxonomy Code Type Classification /
Specialization
License No. (State)
1207RC0000XAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Internal Medicine
Cardiovascular Disease

MD072799L (PA)

Insurance Plans Accepted

According to publicly available information the provider might be accepting the following health plans from these health insurance companies:

  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 6000/20%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7000/50%/8000 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 7500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Bronze Access Blue New England HMO 8500/50%/9200 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 1000/20%/7500 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/0%/6500 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/10%/7500 - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 2000/20%/4600 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 3000/0%/7500 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Gold Access Blue New England HMO 500/30%/9000 - HMO
  • Anthem Platinum Access Blue New England HMO 250/10%/3500 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 2500/30%/10000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3000/30%/9000 Value - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/10000 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 3500/20%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/0%/9000 RxD - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/10%/7250 w/HSA - HMO
  • Anthem Silver Access Blue New England HMO 4000/20%/8500 - HMO

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

Specific plan information not avaialable, please contact the provider to verify if your insurance plan is accepted.

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Additional Identifiers

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Identifier Type / Code Identifier State Identifier Issuer
1012686220001MEDICAID (05)PA 
089264MEDICARE PIN (08)PA 
I26798MEDICARE UPIN (02)PA 

Medicare Participation & PECOS Enrollment Status

Melissa Mckernan Pulliam is registered with Medicare and accepts claims assignment, this means the provider accepts the approved amount for the cost of rendered services as full payment. Participating providers may not charge beneficiaries more than the approved amount for their services. Please keep in mind that beneficiaries still have to pay a coinsurance or copayment amount for a visit or service.

Melissa Mckernan Pulliam is enrolled in PECOS and is eligible to order or refer health care services for Medicare patients. The provider is eligible to order or refer: Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging, Durable Medical Equipment (DME), a Home Health Agency (HHA) and Power Mobility Devices.

What is PECOS?
PECOS is the online Medicare enrollment management system or Provider, Enrollment, Chain and Ownership System. The PECOS system is a database of providers who have registered with CMS as providers or suppliers. PECOS is the primary source of information about verified Medicare professionals. Providers that want to participate in this program need to enroll in PECOS with their NPI number to avoid denied claims.

  • Is the provider registered in PECOS? Yes

  • PECOS PAC ID: 6901853969

    What is the PECOS Associate Control ID?
    A PAC ID is a unique 10-digit number assigned to an individual or organization healthcare provider in PECOS. The PAC ID is used to link together all the provider information, like tax identification numbers and organizational names. A PAC ID can be connected to multiple Enrollment IDs if an individual or organization has enrolled in PECOS more than once.

  • PECOS Enrollment ID: I20050401000840, I20240828003951

    What is the Provider Enrollment ID?
    The Enrollment ID is a unique alphanumeric 15-digit code assigned to each new provider's PECOS enrollment application. The Enrollment ID is used to link together all the provider enrollment information like enrollment type, state, provider specialty, and reassignment of benefits.

  • Accepts Medicare Assignment? Yes

    What does it mean "accepts medicare assignment"?
    When a provider accepts Medicare assignment, the provider agrees to be paid directly by Medicare and to accept the payment amount approved by Medicare. Additionally, the provider agrees to not bill patients for more than the Medicare deductible and coinsurance amounts.
    A provider who doesn't accept assignment may charge you up to 15% over the Medicare-approved amount. This is known as the limiting charge. You may have to pay this amount, or it may be covered by another insurer.

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Part B Clinical Laboratory and Imaging: Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Durable Medical Equipment (DMEPOS): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer a Home Health Agency (HHA): Yes

  • Eligible to Order or Refer Power Mobility Devices: Yes

Areas of Expertise

The following services and procedures, recently provided to Medicare patients, illustrate the range of care this provider offers. This list reflects the variety of services available to all patients visiting the practice and is based on 2022 Medicare dataset. In general, the more frequently a provider treats specific conditions or performs particular procedures, the more experienced they become in addressing similar patient needs. The provider has delivered many of the services listed below to Medicare patients. Please note that this list does not include services provided to patients who are not covered by Medicare.

Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with review by health care professional

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that checks your heart's activity. The 2-day continuous ECG records your heart's rhythm non-stop for 48 hours. It helps to detect irregularities that may not occur during a shorter test. A healthcare professional will review the results to identify any issues.

This service was performed 52 times for 52 patients

Electrocardiogram (ecg) 2-day continuous with review by health care professional

An Electrocardiogram (ECG) is a test that checks your heart's activity. The 2-day continuous ECG records your heart's rhythm non-stop for 48 hours. It helps to detect irregularities that may not occur during a shorter test. A healthcare professional will review the results to identify any issues.

This service was performed 24 times for 24 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit, 30-39 minutes

This is a routine check-up for patients who have previously visited our clinic. It involves a comprehensive review of your health and any ongoing treatments. The consultation lasts between 30-39 minutes, allowing enough time to discuss any concerns.

This service was performed 74 times for 73 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 15 minutes

Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.

This service was performed 49 times for 26 patients

Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day, typically 25 minutes

Follow-up hospital inpatient care involves daily check-ups while you're admitted in the hospital. Typically, a healthcare provider spends about 25 minutes each day reviewing your condition, adjusting treatment if needed, and answering any questions you might have.

This service was performed 15 times for 13 patients

Heart rhythm review, and interpretation of continous external ekg over more than 48 hours up to 7 days

A heart rhythm review involves monitoring your heart's electrical activity for more than 48 hours up to 7 days. Using a device called an external EKG, doctors can track your heartbeats to detect irregularities and help diagnose heart conditions.

This service was performed 44 times for 44 patients

Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 50 minutes

Initial hospital inpatient care is a service where a healthcare provider spends about 50 minutes per day overseeing your care while you're admitted in the hospital. This includes reviewing your health status, planning your treatment, and ensuring your safety and comfort.

This service was performed 51 times for 51 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit, 45-59 minutes

This is a first-time office or outpatient visit lasting between 45-59 minutes. The healthcare provider evaluates your health, discusses your medical history, and may suggest further tests or treatments. It's an opportunity to ask questions and understand your health better.

This service was performed 33 times for 33 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report

An electrocardiogram (ECG) is a non-invasive test that records your heart's electrical activity. Using 12 leads attached to your body, it captures data to help identify heart conditions. A doctor interprets the results and provides a report.

This service was performed 75 times for 74 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

This service was performed 109 times for 97 patients

Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only

A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.

This service was performed 13 times for 13 patients

Physician Visit Costs



The typical physician office visit costs for Medicare beneficiaries in this area are: $31.58 for a new patient copayment and $24.2 for an established patient copayment.

The pricing information below displays the copayment minimum, maximum and average amount that patients under Medicare are charged when visiting this provider as a new or established patient. Please keep in mind that these prices are just for reference purposes, and the actual prices charged by the provider might be different.

For patients covered under private health plans the prices below are also useful as healthcare pricing for private insurance is usually established as a function of Medicare prices. Private insurance covered patients should check their individual plans to determine the exact pricing.

The prices below reflect the costs for new and established patients in the 17603 ZIP code area.

New Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for new patients office visits is 99204

  • Average New Patient Price $126.34
  • Minimum New Patient Price $54.64
  • Maximum New Patient Price $166.87
  • Average New Patient Copayment $31.58
  • Minimum New Patient Copayment $13.66
  • Maximum New Patient Copayment $41.71

Established Patients Visit Costs *

The most utilized procedure code for established patients office visits is 99214

  • Average Established Patient Price $96.82
  • Minimum Established Patient Price $17.33
  • Maximum Established Patient Price $135.84
  • Average Established Patient Copayment $24.2
  • Minimum Established Patient Copayment $4.33
  • Maximum Established Patient Copayment $33.96

* The physician office visit costs information is generated by statistical analysis of similar providers in the same geographical area. The pricing information above IS NOT the amount charged by this provider.

Find Provider Hospital Affiliations - Privileges

Doctors and physicians must apply for hospital privileges to treat patients at hospitals. Find out if your doctor has privileges to practice at your preferred hospital by using the hospital affiliation information below based on recent medical claims.

Hospital affiliation is identified through self-reporting data, inpatient, outpatient, physician and ancillary service claims linked by the medical claims NPI number and place of service code. Additionally, to further determine provider hospital affiliation the clinician must have provided services to at least three patients on three different dates in the last 12 months. Melissa Mckernan Pulliam is affiliated with the following medical facilities:

Hospital Name Address Phone Hospital Type Overall Rating
BERKSHIRE MEDICAL CENTER725 NORTH STREET
PITTSFIELD, MA 01201
(413) 447-2000Acute Care Hospitals
FAIRVIEW HOSPITAL29 LEWIS AVENUE
GREAT BARRINGTON, MA 01230
(413) 528-0790Critical Access Hospitals
UPMC WILLIAMSPORT700 HIGH STREET
WILLIAMSPORT, PA 17701
(570) 321-1000Acute Care Hospitals

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NPI NPI Number Validation

How NPI Validation Works

The NPI validation process uses the ISO-standard Luhn algorithm, a mathematical "handshake", to ensure that a provider's 10-digit ID is authentic and free of common typing errors.

To verify the NPI 1053388694, we treat the final digit (4) as the Check Digit—the target answer we need to reach. The process begins by taking the first nine digits and adding a constant value of 24, which accounts for the "80840" prefix required for all U.S. health identifiers. We then double every other digit starting from the right and sum the individual digits of those results together. For this specific NPI, that total comes to 66. The final step is to find the difference between that total and the next multiple of ten (70 - 66 = 4).

Digit-by-digit view

Use the first nine digits for the calculation. Starting from the right, double every other digit. The last digit is the check digit and is not part of the calculation.

Pos 1
1
Doubled → 2
Pos 2
0
Unchanged
Pos 3
5
Doubled → 10 → 1 + 0
Pos 4
3
Unchanged
Pos 5
3
Doubled → 6
Pos 6
8
Unchanged
Pos 7
8
Doubled → 16 → 1 + 6
Pos 8
6
Unchanged
Pos 9
9
Doubled → 18 → 1 + 8
Check
4
Target digit
Regular digit Doubled digit Check digit

Step 1: Double every other digit from the right

Starting with the rightmost digit of the first nine digits, double every other value. If doubling creates a two-digit number, add those digits together.

1 → 2 5 → 10 → 1 3 → 6 8 → 16 → 7 9 → 18 → 9

Step 2: Add all digits plus the NPI constant

Add the transformed values, the unchanged digits, and the constant 24.

2 + 0 + 1 + 0 + 3 + 6 + 8 + 1 + 6 + 6 + 1 + 8 + 24 = 66

Step 3: Find the amount needed to reach the next multiple of 10

The next multiple of ten after 66 is 70. The difference is the calculated check digit.

70 - 66 = 4
This NPI is valid
The calculated check digit is 4, which matches the last digit of 1053388694.

Other Providers at the Same Location


The following 20 providers are registered at the same or a nearby location.

Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
217 HARRISBURG AVE, SUITE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Critical Care Medicine)
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
217 HARRISBURG AVE, SUITE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
217 HARRISBURG AVE, SUITE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
217 HARRISBURG AVE, THE HEART GROUP, LTD.
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Adult Health)
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
217 HARRISBURG AVE, THE HEART GROUP, LTD.
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Specialist
217 HARRISBURG AVE, SUITE 201
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Clinical Medical Laboratory
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies
217 HARRISBURG AVE, 200
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Clinical Medical Laboratory
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Durable Medical Equipment & Medical Supplies (Customized Equipment)
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Critical Care Medicine)
217 HARRISBURG AVE
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
217 HARRISBURG AVE, SUITE 200
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Internal Medicine (Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology)
217 HARRISBURG AVE, THE HEART GROUP OF LGHEALTH
LANCASTER, PA 17603
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
217 HARRISBURG AVE, THE HEART GROUP OF LGHEALTH
LANCASTER, PA 17603

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1053388694, enumerated as an "individual" on March 02, 2006.

The provider is located at 217 HARRISBURG AVE THE HEART GROUP OF LGHEALTH LANCASTER, PA 17603 and the phone number is (717) 544-8300.

Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207RC0001X and a focus in Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Medicare and. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Melissa Mckernan Pulliam is affiliated with: BERKSHIRE MEDICAL CENTER, FAIRVIEW HOSPITAL and UPMC WILLIAMSPORT.