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MELINDA S. THRELKELD MD
NPI 1225196017
Emergency Medicine in Gaston, NC

Active since December 05, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
2525 COURT DRIVE, GASTON, NC 28055(704) 834-2662(704) 834-2586 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: May 20, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 09, 2026.

About Melinda S. Threlkeld Md NPPES

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

MELINDA S. THRELKELD MD (NPI 1225196017) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Gaston, North Carolina, licensed in Texas (R3232) and active in the NPI registry since December 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Methodist Charlton Medical Center, and is a graduate of Clvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv University (2004).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1225196017
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameMELINDA S. THRELKELDCredential: MD
Location Address2525 COURT DRIVEGaston, NC 28055
Mailing Address4535 Dressler Rd NwCanton, OH 44718-2545 · (330) 493-4443 · Fax (330) 493-8677
Phone(704) 834-2662
Fax(704) 834-2586
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSClvlnd Clinic Lerner College Of Med Of Case Wstn Rsv UniversityGraduated 2004
Enumeration DateDecember 5, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateMay 20, 2026
NPPES CertifiedMay 20, 2026
✔ NPI 1225196017 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
Licenses✔ Licensed in TX · R3232✔ Licensed in NC · 121512
Definition
An emergency physician focuses on the immediate decision making and action necessary to prevent death or any further disability both in the pre-hospital setting by directing emergency medical technicians and in the emergency department. The emergency physician provides immediate recognition, evaluation, care, stabilization and disposition of a generally diversified population of adult and pediatric patients in response to acute illness and injury.
2525 COURT DRIVE, Gaston, NC 28055
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas.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

Melinda S. Threlkeld 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 ID4981795077
PECOS Enrollment IDI20170609001348
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.

Emergency department visit with high level of medical decision making 99285
An emergency department visit for severe conditions is when you urgently seek medical help due to serious health issues. These could be severe injuries, breathing problems, unbearable pain, or sudden severe illness. Doctors and nurses will provide immediate care to stabilize your condition.
197 services190 patients
Critical care, first 30-74 minutes 99291
Critical care involves immediate and constant attention by a team of specially-trained health professionals. It's for patients with life-threatening conditions, requiring first 30-74 minutes of intense monitoring and treatment.
76 services74 patients
Emergency department visit with moderate level of medical decision making 99284
An emergency department visit for a high-severity issue means you're experiencing a serious health problem that needs immediate attention. This could be a severe injury, serious illness, or life-threatening condition. Medical professionals will provide urgent care to stabilize your condition.
22 services20 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Methodist Charlton Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Dallas, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450723
Location3500 W Wheatland RoadDallas, TX 75237 · Dallas County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 28055 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
$83.90 typical visit price
range $54.12 – $165.09
Typical copayment $20.97 (range $13.53 – $41.27)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$95.94 typical visit price
range $17.21 – $134.61
Typical copayment $23.98 (range $4.30 – $33.65)
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.

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 Melinda Threlkeld's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melinda Threlkeld is 1225196017. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on December 5, 2006.

Where is Melinda Threlkeld located?

Melinda Threlkeld practices at 2525 Court Drive, Gaston, NC 28055. The listed phone number is (704) 834-2662.

What is Melinda Threlkeld's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Emergency Medicine with taxonomy code 207P00000X.

Is Melinda Threlkeld enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melinda Threlkeld 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 Melinda Threlkeld accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas list Melinda Threlkeld 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 Melinda Threlkeld affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melinda Threlkeld is affiliated with Methodist Charlton Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melinda Threlkeld was last updated on May 20, 2026. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 months 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.