MELODY E SANDS N.P.
NPI 1053397786
Nurse Practitioner in Indianapolis, IN

Q: What is Melody Sands's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melody Sands is 1053397786. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 15, 2005.

Q: What is Melody Sands's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melody Sands was last updated on January 4, 2021. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 5 years ago. If this record has changed at CMS more recently, you can request an on-demand re-check against the live CMS registry, directly from this page.

Active since December 15, 2005PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

6845 RAMA DR, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46219(317) 964-5200(317) 964-5300 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 4, 2021. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

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About Melody E Sands N.p. NPPES

Official registry information on file with the National Plan and Provider Enumeration System.

MELODY E SANDS N.P. (NPI 1053397786) is an individual nurse practitioner in Indianapolis, Indiana, licensed in Indiana (71000107A) and active in the NPI registry since December 2005. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Indiana University Health, and is a graduate of Other (1994).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1053397786

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NameMELODY E SANDSCredential: N.P.

Location Address6845 RAMA DRIndianapolis, IN 46219-1707

Mailing Address250 N Shadeland AveIndianapolis, IN 46219-4959

Phone(317) 964-5200

Fax(317) 964-5300

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 1994

Enumeration DateDecember 15, 2005

Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 4, 2021

NPPES CertifiedJanuary 4, 2021

✔ NPI 1053397786 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

License✔ Licensed in IN · 71000107A

Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

6845 RAMA DR, Indianapolis, IN 46219

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Other Identifiers 1

OtherP01210568IN · Railroad Medicare

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Buckeye Health Plan, Ambetter from Meridian, Ambetter Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

Medicare enrollment, assignment, and ordering and referring status from the CMS PECOS system.

Medicare Enrollment Status

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Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Melody E Sands N.p. is registered in PECOS and agrees to accept the Medicare-approved amount as full payment. Medicare patients are not billed beyond the standard deductible and coinsurance.

PECOS PAC ID9032108592

PECOS Enrollment IDI20040510000889

Eligible to Order & Refer✔ Part B Labs & Imaging✔ Durable Medical Equipment✔ Home Health Agency✔ Power Mobility DevicesPer the CMS Ordering and Referring file. Eligibility means Medicare pays claims that this provider orders or refers for these categories.

Areas of Expertise CMS Part B claims 3

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with moderate level of decision making, if using time, 30 minutes or more 99214

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.

126 services70 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with low level od decision making, if using time, 20 minutes or more 99213

This is a routine visit for patients who have already been seen by the healthcare provider. During this approximately 20-29 minute appointment, your health status will be evaluated and any necessary treatments or tests will be discussed. It's a chance to address any health concerns you may have.

92 services63 patients

Biopsy and aspiration of bone marrow sample for diagnosis 38222

A bone marrow biopsy and aspiration is a procedure where a small amount of bone marrow is removed for testing. It involves inserting a needle into a bone, typically the hip, to collect a sample. It can help diagnose various diseases and monitor treatment effectiveness.

13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

Hospitals where this provider delivers care, identified from recent Medicare claims and place-of-service records.

Indiana University Health

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number150056

Location1701 N Senate BlvdIndianapolis, IN 46202 · Marion County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Indiana University Health North Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Carmel, IN

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number150161

Location11700 N Meridian StCarmel, IN 46032 · Hamilton County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Hospital North

Acute Care Hospitals · Indianapolis, IN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number150169

Location7150 Clearvista DrIndianapolis, IN 46256 · Marion County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 46219 ZIP code area, from fee-for-service claims. These are area statistics, not this provider’s prices; actual charges vary by service and coverage.

New Patient

$82.04 typical visit price

range $53.07 – $161.76

Typical copayment $20.51 (range $13.26 – $40.44)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$94.22 typical visit price

range $16.93 – $132.22

Typical copayment $23.55 (range $4.23 – $33.05)

Most-billed visit code 99214

Amounts reflect what Medicare beneficiaries in this ZIP area are typically charged for office visits. Patients with other coverage should check their individual plans.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 5

Providers registered at the same practice address, or within the immediate area, according to the NPPES registry.

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