MELISSA JAMES FNP
NPI 1356664825
Nurse Practitioner in Laurel, MS

Q: What is Melissa James's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa James is 1356664825. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on March 11, 2010.

Q: What is Melissa James's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Nurse Practitioner with taxonomy code 363L00000X.

Q: When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa James was last updated on May 29, 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.

Active since March 11, 2010PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment

1220 JEFFERSON ST, LAUREL, MS 39440(601) 426-4000 Get Directions Write a Review

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

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About Melissa James Fnp NPPES

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

MELISSA JAMES FNP (NPI 1356664825) is an individual nurse practitioner in Laurel, Mississippi, licensed in Mississippi (R852441) and active in the NPI registry since March 2010. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with South Central Reg Med Ctr, and is a graduate of Other (2009).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1356664825

Entity TypeIndividualFemale

Primary Taxonomy363L00000X

Provider Legal NameMELISSA JAMESCredential: FNP

Location Address1220 JEFFERSON STLaurel, MS 39440-4355

Mailing AddressPo Box 247Laurel, MS 39441-0247 · (601) 425-7550 · Fax (601) 399-6248

Phone(601) 426-4000

Sole ProprietorNo

Medical School CMSOtherGraduated 2009

Enumeration DateMarch 11, 2010

Last NPPES UpdateMay 29, 2026

NPPES CertifiedMay 29, 2026

✔ NPI 1356664825 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyNurse PractitionerPhysician Assistants & Advanced Practice Nursing Providers

Taxonomy Code363L00000X

License✔ Licensed in MS · R852441

Definition

(1) A registered nurse provider with a graduate degree in nursing prepared for advanced practice involving independent and interdependent decision making and direct accountability for clinical judgment across the health care continuum or in a certified specialty. (2) A registered nurse who has completed additional training beyond basic nursing education and who provides primary health care services in accordance with state nurse practice laws or statutes. Tasks performed by nurse practitioners vary with practice requirements mandated by geographic, political, economic, and social factors. Nurse practitioner specialists include, but are not limited to, family nurse practitioners, gerontological nurse practitioners, pediatric nurse practitioners, obstetric-gynecologic nurse practitioners, and school nurse practitioners.

1220 JEFFERSON ST, Laurel, MS 39440

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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Ambetter from Arkansas Health & Wellness, Ambetter from Louisiana Healthcare Connections, Ambetter from Magnolia Health 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

Melissa James Fnp 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 ID4688704992

PECOS Enrollment IDI20100614000255

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 9

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.

Injection, ceftriaxone sodium, per 250 mg J0696

Ceftriaxone sodium is an antibiotic injection used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Each injection contains 250 mg of the medicine. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria in your body.

148 services33 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.

97 services78 patients

Injection of drug or substance under skin or into muscle 96372

This procedure involves administering medication directly under the skin or into a muscle. A small needle is used to inject the drug, allowing it to be absorbed quickly into the bloodstream. It's a common method for delivering a variety of medications.

65 services39 patients

Injection, betamethasone acetate 3 mg and betamethasone sodium phosphate 3 mg J0702

This injection contains two medications, betamethasone acetate and betamethasone sodium phosphate. It is used to reduce inflammation and pain. It's given by a healthcare professional, often directly into the area causing discomfort.

52 services19 patients

Insertion of needle into vein for collection of blood sample 36415

This procedure involves inserting a small needle into a vein, typically in your arm, to collect a blood sample. It's a quick and simple process to help diagnose or monitor health conditions. You may feel a small prick, but discomfort is minimal.

23 services21 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.

17 services16 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

South Central Reg Med Ctr

Acute Care Hospitals · Laurel, MS

2/5 CMS rating

OwnershipGovernment - Local

CMS Certification Number250058

Location1220 Jefferson St Box 607Laurel, MS 39440 · Jones County

Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 39440 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

$80.50 typical visit price

range $51.65 – $159.18

Typical copayment $20.12 (range $12.91 – $39.79)

Most-billed visit code 99203

Established Patient

$92.20 typical visit price

range $16.15 – $129.61

Typical copayment $23.05 (range $4.03 – $32.40)

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.

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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.

MATTHEW MARTIN

Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)