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DR. MELISSA A APPLETON MD
NPI 1144287053
Internal Medicine in Jackson, TN

Active since April 26, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
700 W FOREST AVE, STE 300, JACKSON, TN 38301(731) 422-0330(731) 422-0471 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: November 29, 2012. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

About Dr. Melissa A Appleton Md NPPES

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

DR. MELISSA A APPLETON MD (NPI 1144287053) is an individual internal medicine provider in Jackson, Tennessee, licensed in Tennessee (17311) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Jackson-madison County General Hospital, and is a graduate of University Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of Medicine (1985).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1144287053
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. MELISSA A APPLETONCredential: MD
Location Address700 W FOREST AVE, STE 300Jackson, TN 38301-3937
Mailing AddressPo Box 400Jackson, TN 38302-0400 · (731) 423-8697 · Fax (731) 422-5743
Phone(731) 422-0330
Fax(731) 422-0471
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of Tennessee, Hsc, College Of MedicineGraduated 1985
Enumeration DateApril 26, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateNovember 29, 2012
✔ NPI 1144287053 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License✔ Licensed in TN · 17311
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Also ListedInternal Medicine · Infectious DiseaseTaxonomy 207RI0200X · License 17311 (TN)
700 W FOREST AVE, Jackson, TN 38301
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Other Identifiers 4

Medicare UPINF03975
Medicare PINP00460918TN
Medicaid3064175TN
Medicare PIN3064175TN

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Oscar Insurance Company.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

Dr. Melissa A Appleton Md 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 ID7719076199
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071207000837
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 5

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.

Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 35 minutes 99232
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.
908 services282 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
141 services139 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
63 services63 patients
Subsequent hospital care with moderate levelof medical decision making, if using time, at least 50 minutes 99233
Follow-up hospital inpatient care per day typically involves a 35-minute check-up by your healthcare provider. This service includes monitoring your health progress, adjusting your treatment plan if needed, and answering any questions you may have about your condition or care.
49 services33 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
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.
27 services17 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Jackson-Madison County General Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Jackson, TN
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number440002
Location620 Skyline DriveJackson, TN 38301 · Madison County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 38301 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
$121.80 typical visit price
range $52.64 – $160.89
Typical copayment $30.45 (range $13.16 – $40.22)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$93.60 typical visit price
range $16.72 – $131.41
Typical copayment $23.40 (range $4.18 – $32.85)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 2

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Portable gaseous oxygen system, rental; includes portable container, regulator, flowmeter, humidifier, cannula or mask, and tubing E0431
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC000N
1 supplier14 claims14 services$20.76 avg. paid by Medicare
Oxygen concentrator, single delivery port, capable of delivering 85 percent or greater oxygen concentration at the prescribed flow rate E1390
DME-Oxygen and Supplies · category DC002N
4 suppliers30 claims30 services$111.49 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 20

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

MRS. LISA JEWEL ALEXANDER NWOKOLO FNP
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
700 W FOREST AVE, STE 300
JACKSON, TN 38301
Madison County (731) 422-0330
ROBERT A VEGORS MD
Internal Medicine
700 W FOREST AVE, STE 300
JACKSON, TN 38301
Madison County (731) 422-0330
MICHAEL J SMIGIELSKI MD
Orthopaedic Surgery
700 W FOREST AVE, STE 300
JACKSON, TN 38301
Madison County (731) 422-0282
MRS. RACHEL ALISON ROBINSON NP-C
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
700 W FOREST AVE
JACKSON, TN 38301
Madison County (731) 541-9490
DUNWEL MACALLISTER MACC-A
Audiologist
700 W FOREST AVE, STE 300
JACKSON, TN 38301
Madison County (731) 422-0340
LUCIUS F WRIGHT MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
700 W FOREST AVE, STE 300
JACKSON, TN 38301
Madison County (731) 422-0330
ASHTON COLES FNP-BC
Nurse Practitioner
700 W FOREST AVE
JACKSON, TN 38301
Madison County (731) 541-9490
SUSAN M FRANCISCO MD
Internal Medicine (Nephrology)
700 W FOREST AVE, STE 300
JACKSON, TN 38301
Madison County (731) 422-0239

Frequently Asked Questions NPPES & CMS

Common questions about this NPI record, answered from the official NPPES registry and CMS datasets shown on this page.

What is Melissa Appleton's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Appleton is 1144287053. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on April 26, 2006.

Where is Melissa Appleton located?

Melissa Appleton practices at 700 W Forest Ave Ste 300, Jackson, TN 38301. The listed phone number is (731) 422-0330.

What is Melissa Appleton's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Melissa Appleton enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Appleton is registered in the Medicare PECOS system and accepts Medicare assignment, which means accepting the Medicare-approved amount as payment in full for covered services.

What insurance does Melissa Appleton accept?

Health plans from Oscar Insurance Company list Melissa Appleton as in-network in at least one marketplace plan. Coverage varies by plan and year; verify with the insurer or the provider before a visit.

Is Melissa Appleton affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Appleton is affiliated with Jackson-Madison County General Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Appleton was last updated on November 29, 2012. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 13 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.