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MELANIE RIPLEY D.O.
NPI 1275948630
Hospitalist in Duluth, MN

Active since June 24, 2014PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
400 E 3RD ST, DULUTH, MN 55805(218) 786-8364 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: October 28, 2020. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Oct 28, 2020, May 17, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Melanie Ripley D.o. NPPES

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

MELANIE RIPLEY D.O. (NPI 1275948630) is an individual hospitalist provider in Duluth, Minnesota, licensed in Minnesota (67485) and active in the NPI registry since June 2014. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center, and maintains a secondary practice location in Riverside.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1275948630
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameMELANIE RIPLEYCredential: D.O.
Location Address400 E 3RD STDuluth, MN 55805-1951
Mailing Address400 E 3rd StDuluth, MN 55805-1951
Phone(218) 786-8364
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2014
Enumeration DateJune 24, 2014
Last NPPES UpdateOctober 28, 20202 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedOctober 28, 2020
✔ NPI 1275948630 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in MN · 67485
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License 125-065041 (IL)
400 E 3RD ST, Duluth, MN 55805
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Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 13722 Harlem Ave Ste Ll34Riverside, IL 60546-2320 · Phone (708) 783-6566 · Fax (708) 783-6567

Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include HealthPartners, Medica, Sanford Health Plan 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

Melanie Ripley D.o. 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 ID5092011940
PECOS Enrollment IDI20200915001211, I20211223000880
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.
53 services34 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.
50 services34 patients
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 services25 patients
Initial hospital care with straightforward or low-level medical decision making, if using time, at least 55 minutes 99222
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.
14 services14 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.
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.

Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
5/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240002
Location402 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Essentia Health Duluth

Acute Care Hospitals · Duluth, MN
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number240019
Location502 East Second StreetDuluth, MN 55805 · St. Louis County
Birthing friendly

St Marys Hospital Superior

Critical Access Hospitals · Superior, WI
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number521329
Location3500 Tower AveSuperior, WI 54880 · Douglas County
Emergency services

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 55805 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
$127.61 typical visit price
range $56.00 – $168.28
Typical copayment $31.90 (range $14.00 – $42.07)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$98.61 typical visit price
range $18.32 – $138.04
Typical copayment $24.65 (range $4.58 – $34.51)
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 20

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

CHRISTIAN CONNER RN, CRNA
Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Registered
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-4150
JORDAN TICHENOR
Internal Medicine (Infectious Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-3737
MOLLY B DWYER APRN, CNP
Nurse Practitioner (Psychiatric/Mental Health)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
AMY MARIE LARSON MD
Hospitalist
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
BRUCE JAMES DERAUF
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
NIZAR NAJIB SALEH
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
DIANE MAE KOLQUIST
Clinical Nurse Specialist (Medical-Surgical)
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364
GINA MARIE SLIPKA-MARINOS
Internal Medicine
400 E 3RD ST
DULUTH, MN 55805
St. Louis County (218) 786-8364

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 Melanie Ripley's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melanie Ripley is 1275948630. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on June 24, 2014.

Where is Melanie Ripley located?

Melanie Ripley practices at 400 E 3rd St, Duluth, MN 55805. The listed phone number is (218) 786-8364.

What is Melanie Ripley's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Melanie Ripley enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melanie Ripley 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 Melanie Ripley accept?

Health plans from HealthPartners, Medica, Sanford Health Plan and Security Health Plan list Melanie Ripley 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 Melanie Ripley affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melanie Ripley is affiliated with Essentia Health St Mary's Medical Center, Essentia Health Duluth and St Marys Hospital Superior.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melanie Ripley was last updated on October 28, 2020. 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.