MELISSA A. EDWARDS DO
NPI 1316560022
Emergency Medicine in Richmond, VA

Active since May 28, 2020PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
76.23/100
CMS Quality Rating
1250 E MARSHALL ST, RICHMOND, VA 23298(804) 828-0996(804) 628-0384 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 5, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: September 13, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 5, 2024, Jun 30, 2020, May 28, 2020 (3 updates tracked since 2020).

About Melissa A. Edwards Do NPPES

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

MELISSA A. EDWARDS DO (NPI 1316560022) is an individual emergency medicine provider in Richmond, Virginia, licensed in Virginia (0102207940) and active in the NPI registry since May 2020. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals, and maintains 3 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1316560022
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207P00000X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA A. EDWARDSCredential: DO
Location Address1250 E MARSHALL STRichmond, VA 23298-5051
Mailing AddressPo Box 780125Philadelphia, PA 19178-0125
Fax(804) 628-0384
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSEdward Via Col Of Osteo Medicine-virginia CampusGraduated 2020
Enumeration DateMay 28, 2020
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 5, 20243 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 5, 2024
NPI 1316560022 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyEmergency MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207P00000X
License Licensed in VA · 0102207940
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.
1250 E MARSHALL ST, Richmond, VA 23298

Secondary Practice Locations 3

Location 1618 Hospital RdTappahannock, VA 22560-5000 · Phone (804) 443-6282 · Fax (804) 443-6051
Location 22495 Pocahontas TrlQuinton, VA 23141-1637 · Phone (804) 932-5500 · Fax (804) 932-5531
Location 3300 Mt Clement Park Ste ATappahannock, VA 22560-5098 · Phone (804) 443-8610 · Fax (804) 443-8620

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

Melissa A. Edwards Do 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 ID7517383862
PECOS Enrollment IDI20230919004236
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 6

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.
66 services65 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.
53 services52 patients
Ultrasound of heart, follow-up 93308
A follow-up ultrasound of the heart, also known as an echocardiogram, is a non-invasive test that uses sound waves to create images of your heart. It helps doctors monitor your heart's function and structures after initial assessment or treatment.
24 services24 patients
Routine electrocardiogram (ecg) using at least 12 leads with interpretation and report only 93010
A routine electrocardiogram (ECG) with 12 leads is a simple, non-invasive test that records the electrical activity of your heart. It helps in identifying heart conditions by detecting irregularities in your heart rhythms. The results are interpreted and a report is provided.
15 services15 patients
Emergency department visit with low level of medical decision making 99283
An emergency department visit for a problem of moderate severity involves immediate medical attention for issues like minor fractures, burns, or high fever. The healthcare team will assess your condition, provide necessary treatment, and may suggest further tests or admission if required.
13 services13 patients
Ultrasound scan of chest 76604
An ultrasound scan of the chest is a non-invasive imaging procedure that uses sound waves to create pictures of the structures within your chest, such as your heart and lungs. It's a safe, painless method that helps doctors diagnose and monitor various conditions.
11 services11 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals

Acute Care Hospitals · Richmond, VA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital District or Authority
CMS Certification Number490032
LocationPost Office Box 980510 1250 East Marshall StreetRichmond, VA 23298 · Richmond City County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Community Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · South Hill, VA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number490098
Location1755 North Mecklenburg AvenueSouth Hill, VA 23970 · Mecklenburg County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 23298 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
$86.88 typical visit price
range $56.19 – $170.30
Typical copayment $21.72 (range $14.04 – $42.57)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$99.13 typical visit price
range $18.07 – $138.91
Typical copayment $24.78 (range $4.51 – $34.72)
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.

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.

76.23/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality64.58
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40
Cost56.18

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.

Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1250 E MARSHALL ST
RICHMOND, VA 23298
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1250 E MARSHALL ST, GENERAL MEDICINE
RICHMOND, VA 23298
Internal Medicine
1250 E MARSHALL ST, INTERNAL MEDICINE
RICHMOND, VA 23298
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
1250 E MARSHALL ST, DEPARTMENT OF PEDIATRICS
RICHMOND, VA 23298
Internal Medicine (Geriatric Medicine)
1250 E MARSHALL ST, DEPT. OF INTERNAL MEDICINE/GERIATRIC MEDICINE
RICHMOND, VA 23298
Physician Assistant
1250 E MARSHALL ST, EMERGENCY MEDICINE
RICHMOND, VA 23298
Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
1250 E MARSHALL ST
RICHMOND, VA 23298
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
1250 E MARSHALL ST
RICHMOND, VA 23298

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 Edwards's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Edwards is 1316560022. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 28, 2020.

Where is Melissa Edwards located?

Melissa Edwards practices at 1250 E Marshall St, Richmond, VA 23298. The listed phone number is (804) 828-0996.

What is Melissa Edwards's specialty?

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

Is Melissa Edwards enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Edwards 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.

Is Melissa Edwards affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Edwards is affiliated with Medical College Of Virginia Hospitals and Community Memorial Hospital.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Edwards was last updated on January 5, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 2 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.