MELISSA RENEE BLISS PA-C
NPI 1326005695
Physician Assistant in Pawleys Island, SC

Active since April 28, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
81.9/100
CMS Quality Rating
9653 OCEAN HWY, PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585(843) 235-3131 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: January 30, 2026. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: July 19, 2026.

Record update history: Jan 30, 2026, Dec 3, 2025, Nov 18, 2025 and 3 more (6 updates tracked since 2021).

About Melissa Renee Bliss Pa-c NPPES

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

MELISSA RENEE BLISS PA-C (NPI 1326005695) is an individual physician assistant in Pawleys Island, South Carolina, licensed in South Carolina (1084) and active in the NPI registry since April 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital, and maintains 8 additional practice locations.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1326005695
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy363A00000X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA RENEE BLISSCredential: PA-C
Location Address9653 OCEAN HWYPawleys Island, SC 29585-7425
Mailing AddressPo Box 421718Georgetown, SC 29442-4203 · (843) 527-7000
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSMercer University School Of MedicineGraduated 2005
Enumeration DateApril 28, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJanuary 30, 20266 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJanuary 30, 2026
NPI 1326005695 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyPhysician AssistantPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers
Taxonomy Code363A00000X
License Licensed in SC · 1084
Definition

A physician assistant is a person who has successfully completed an accredited education program for physician assistant, is licensed by the state and is practicing within the scope of that license. Physician assistants are formally trained to perform many of the routine, time-consuming tasks a physician can do. In some states, they may prescribe medications. They take medical histories, perform physical exams, order lab tests and x-rays, and give inoculations. Most states require that they work under the supervision of a physician.

9653 OCEAN HWY, Pawleys Island, SC 29585

Secondary Practice Locations 8

Location 1701 S Morgan AveAndrews, SC 29510-2959 · Phone (843) 264-5253 · Fax (843) 264-5970
Location 2101 Johns Street, Suite 600Florence, SC 29506-2716 · Phone (843) 667-1891 · Fax (843) 665-2516
Location 3606 Black River RdGeorgetown, SC 29440-3304 · Phone (843) 527-7000 · Fax (843) 520-8403
Location 41014 Huger DRGeorgetown, SC 29440-3322 · Phone (843) 235-3131 · Fax (843) 237-9797
Location 54040 Highway 17 Unit 202Murrells Inlet, SC 29576-5098 · Phone (843) 235-3131 · Fax (843) 237-9797
Location 6456 N Main StHemingway, SC 29554-9190 · Phone (843) 558-9319 · Fax (843) 558-9818
Location 72200 Crow LN Ste 303AMyrtle Beach, SC 29577-1663 · Phone (843) 848-5310 · Fax (843) 237-9797
Location 84070 Highway 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576-5033 · Phone (843) 652-1000 · Fax (843) 520-8403

Other Identifiers 1

Medicaid0373PASC

Accepted 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

Melissa Renee Bliss Pa-c 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 ID6709805740
PECOS Enrollment IDI20051118000138
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 19

Services this provider delivered to Medicare fee-for-service patients, from the 2024 & 2026 CMS Medicare utilization data. Higher counts generally reflect more experience with a service; care delivered outside Medicare is not included.

Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system or implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days 93296
This procedure involves remotely monitoring your pacemaker or implantable defibrillator system. Over a 90-day period, we check the device's performance and your heart's activity. This helps ensure the device is functioning properly and providing the best possible support for your heart health.
1,188 services502 patients
Evaluation of single, dual, multiple lead or leadless pacemaker system, remote up to 90 days 93294
This procedure evaluates your pacemaker system remotely for up to 90 days. It checks whether single, dual, multiple lead, or leadless pacemakers are working properly. It's a safe, convenient way to ensure your heart device is functioning optimally.
912 services381 patients
Programming of dual lead pacemaker system 93280
Programming of a dual lead pacemaker system is a procedure to adjust your heart's pacemaker settings. This process involves a small device, called a programmer, that communicates with your pacemaker to ensure it's working optimally for your heart's needs.
403 services348 patients
Evaluation of single, dual, or multiple lead implantable defibrillator system, remote up to 90 days 93295
This procedure involves remotely monitoring your implantable defibrillator system, which can have single, dual, or multiple leads. Over a period of up to 90 days, the system's performance is evaluated to ensure it's working properly and providing the necessary heart rhythm support.
278 services119 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.
262 services218 patients
Office or other outpatient visit for the evaluation and management of established patient that may not require presence of healthcare professional 99211
This service involves an outpatient visit for established patients who may not need direct interaction with a healthcare professional. It could include reviewing test results, monitoring existing conditions, or adjusting treatment plans. It's typically done remotely, ensuring your comfort and convenience.
131 services107 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 2

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

Tidelands Georgetown Memorial Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Georgetown, SC
2/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420020
Location606 Black River Rd Drawer 1718Georgetown, SC 29440 · Georgetown County
Emergency services

Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital

Acute Care Hospitals · Murrells Inlet, SC
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number420098
Location4070 Hwy 17Murrells Inlet, SC 29576 · Horry County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 29585 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
$83.18 typical visit price
range $53.57 – $163.84
Typical copayment $20.79 (range $13.39 – $40.96)
Most-billed visit code 99203
Established Patient
$67.12 typical visit price
range $16.96 – $133.52
Typical copayment $16.78 (range $4.24 – $33.38)
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.

81.9/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored as part of a group practice
Quality78.76
Promoting Interoperability99
Improvement Activities40
Cost61.73

Other Providers at the Same Location NPPES 12

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

Nurse Practitioner (Acute Care)
9653 OCEAN HWY
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9653 OCEAN HWY
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9653 OCEAN HWY
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
9653 OCEAN HWY
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
9653 OCEAN HWY
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585
Internal Medicine (Cardiovascular Disease)
9653 OCEAN HWY
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
9653 OCEAN HWY
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585
Internal Medicine (Interventional Cardiology)
9653 OCEAN HWY
PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585

Frequently Asked Questions

The NPI number assigned to this healthcare provider is 1326005695, enumerated as an "individual" on April 28, 2006.

The provider is located at 9653 OCEAN HWY PAWLEYS ISLAND, SC 29585 and the phone number is (843) 235-3131.

Physician Assistant with taxonomy code 363A00000X.

The provider might be accepting Accepts: Ambetter from Absolute Total Care, Ambetter of. Please consult your insurance carrier or call the provider to verify.

Melissa Bliss is affiliated with: TIDELANDS GEORGETOWN MEMORIAL HOSPITAL and TIDELANDS WACCAMAW COMMUNITY HOSPITAL.