DR. MELANIE RENAE CRUTCHFIELD WHITTEN M.D.
NPI 1124377767
Surgery in Memphis, TN

Q: What is Melanie Crutchfield Whitten's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Crutchfield Whitten is 1124377767. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 29, 2012. The provider is also known as Melanie Crutchfield.

Q: What is Melanie Crutchfield Whitten's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Surgery with taxonomy code 208600000X.

Active since August 29, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

81.46/100

CMS Quality Rating

1265 UNION AVE, 2 SHORB TOWER, MEMPHIS, TN 38104(901) 478-0900(901) 266-6415 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 7, 2025. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: May 7, 2025, Jul 19, 2023, Jul 13, 2020 and 1 more (4 updates tracked since 2016).

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About Dr. Melanie Renae Crutchfield Whitten M.d. NPPES

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

DR. MELANIE RENAE CRUTCHFIELD WHITTEN M.D. (NPI 1124377767) is an individual surgery provider in Memphis, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (68187) and active in the NPI registry since August 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Healthcare - Olive Branch Hospital, and maintains 2 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1124377767

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy208600000X

Provider Legal NameDR. MELANIE RENAE CRUTCHFIELD WHITTENCredential: M.D.

Location Address1265 UNION AVE, 2 SHORB TOWERMemphis, TN 38104

Mailing Address1211 Union Ave Ste 330Memphis, TN 38104-6655

Phone(901) 478-0900

Fax(901) 266-6415

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateAugust 29, 2012

Last NPPES UpdateMay 7, 20254 updates tracked since enumeration

NPPES CertifiedMay 7, 2025

✔ NPI 1124377767 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtySurgeryAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians

Taxonomy Code208600000X

Licenses✔ Licensed in TN · 68187✔ Licensed in AZ · 60403✔ Licensed in GA · 075643

Definition

A general surgeon has expertise related to the diagnosis - preoperative, operative and postoperative management - and management of complications of surgical conditions in the following areas: alimentary tract; abdomen; breast, skin and soft tissue; endocrine system; head and neck surgery; pediatric surgery; surgical critical care; surgical oncology; trauma and burns; and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly provide care through the use of minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques. Many general surgeons also possess expertise in transplantation surgery, plastic surgery and cardiothoracic surgery.

1265 UNION AVE, 2 SHORB TOWER, Memphis, TN 38104

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Other Names 1

Former Name (1)Melanie Crutchfield

Secondary Practice Locations 2

Location 11801 Union AveMemphis, TN 38104-3942 · Phone (901) 516-6792 · Fax (901) 266-6458

Location 21377 S Germantown RdGermantown, TN 38138-2225 · Phone (901) 516-6792 · Fax (901) 266-6458

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health and more.Insurance ›

Medicare Participation & PECOS CMS

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

Medicare Enrollment Status

✔

Enrolled in Medicare and accepts Medicare assignment

Dr. Melanie Renae Crutchfield Whitten M.d. 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 ID9537454418

PECOS Enrollment IDI20230531001390

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 4

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.

42 services42 patients

New patient office or other outpatient visit with a high level of medical decision making, if using time, 60 minutes or more 99205

This is a first-time patient visit where a healthcare professional spends 60-74 minutes with you. It involves a comprehensive evaluation, including your medical history and current health condition. They'll also advise on preventive health measures and formulate a treatment plan if needed.

17 services17 patients

Partial removal of breast 19301

A partial removal of the breast, also known as a lumpectomy, involves taking out a portion of the breast tissue to eliminate concerning cells. It's typically performed when the problem area is limited in size. This procedure helps to preserve most of the breast's appearance while aiming to remove all the unhealthy cells.

14 services14 patients

Established patient office or other outpatient visit with high level of medical decision making, if using time, 40 minutes or more 99215

This service involves a follow-up appointment for existing patients, lasting between 40 to 54 minutes. During this time, your healthcare provider will assess your current health status, discuss any changes or concerns, review your treatment plan, and answer any questions you may have.

13 services12 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 3

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

Methodist Healthcare - Olive Branch Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Olive Branch, MS

5/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number250167

Location4250 Bethel RoadOlive Branch, MS 38654 · De Soto County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Baptist Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN

3/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private

CMS Certification Number440048

Location6019 Walnut Grove RoadMemphis, TN 38120 · Shelby County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Methodist Hospitals Of Memphis

Acute Care Hospitals · Memphis, TN

4/5 CMS rating

OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Church

CMS Certification Number440049

Location1265 Union Ave Suite 700Memphis, TN 38104 · Shelby County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38104 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

$81.53 typical visit price

range $52.64 – $160.89

Typical copayment $20.38 (range $13.16 – $40.22)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$66.01 typical visit price

range $16.72 – $131.41

Typical copayment $16.50 (range $4.18 – $32.85)

Most-billed visit code 99213

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

Medicare Quality Performance CMS QPP · MIPS

Performance in the CMS Quality Payment Program: the MIPS final score across four weighted categories, and the individual quality measures reported to Medicare.

81.46/100

MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program

Scored as part of a group practice

Quality

49.58

Promoting Interoperability

100

Improvement Activities

Cost

62.61

Reported Quality Measures

Colorectal Cancer Screening

Percentage of adults 50-75 years of age who had appropriate screening for colorectal cancer

52%56 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Preventive Care and Screening: Body Mass Index (BMI) Screening and Follow-Up Plan

Percentage of patients aged 18 years and older with a BMI documented during the current encounter or during the previous twelve months AND with a BMI outside of normal parameters, a follow-up plan is documented during the encounter or during the previous…

68%84 patients3/55-star benchmark: 100%

Providers report different measures because they deliver different services; reporting more or less information is not a reflection of quality. Star ratings appear only where CMS assigned them.

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