MELISSA A EPSTEIN MD
NPI 1447334768
Internal Medicine in Miami, FL

Active since October 24, 2006PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
99.93/100
CMS Quality Rating
8900 N KENDALL DR, MIAMI, FL 33176(786) 596-6743(786) 533-9711 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: July 14, 2022. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Jul 14, 2022, Jan 31, 2022, Jun 8, 2021 (3 updates tracked since 2021).

About Melissa A Epstein Md NPPES

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

MELISSA A EPSTEIN MD (NPI 1447334768) is an individual internal medicine provider in Miami, Florida, licensed in Florida (ME91270) and active in the NPI registry since October 2006. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, and maintains a secondary practice location in Miami.

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1447334768
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy207R00000X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA A EPSTEINCredential: MD
Location Address8900 N KENDALL DRMiami, FL 33176-2118
Mailing AddressPo Box 198054Atlanta, GA 30384-8054 · (786) 596-6743
Fax(786) 533-9711
Sole ProprietorNo
Medical School CMSUniversity Of South Florida College Of MedicineGraduated 2001
Enumeration DateOctober 24, 2006
Last NPPES UpdateJuly 14, 20223 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedJuly 14, 2022
NPI 1447334768 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

Primary SpecialtyInternal MedicineAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code207R00000X
License Licensed in FL · ME91270
Definition
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
8900 N KENDALL DR, Miami, FL 33176

Secondary Practice Location 1

Location 19555 SW 162nd AveMiami, FL 33196-6408 · Phone (786) 467-2159 · Fax (786) 533-9703

Other Identifiers 2

Other13702FL · Blue Cross Blue Shield
Other314063FL · Avmed

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 A Epstein 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 ID9739276502
PECOS Enrollment IDI20071026000398
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.

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.
312 services151 patients
Hospital discharge day management, more than 30 minutes 99239
Hospital discharge day management over 30 minutes involves a detailed process to ensure a smooth transition from hospital to home. It includes final examinations, discussion of your hospital stay, post-discharge instructions, and coordinating follow-up care.
65 services64 patients
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.
59 services38 patients
Initial hospital care with moderate level of medical decision making, if using time, at least 75 minutes 99223
Initial hospital inpatient care per day, typically 70 minutes, refers to the daily medical service provided to patients admitted to the hospital. This includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnosis, treatment plan, and monitoring of your health condition. It ensures your well-being during your hospital stay.
37 services37 patients
Subsequent hospital care with straightforward or low level of medical decision making, per day, if using time, at least 25 minutes 99231
Follow-up hospital inpatient care is a daily service where a healthcare professional checks on your health progress during your hospital stay. Each session typically lasts 15 minutes, involving updates on your condition and adjustments to your treatment plan, if necessary.
17 services14 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.
13 services13 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Baptist Hospital Of Miami

Acute Care Hospitals · Miami, FL
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number100008
Location8900 N Kendall DrMiami, FL 33176 · Miami-Dade County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 33176 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
$141.56 typical visit price
range $60.92 – $187.05
Typical copayment $35.39 (range $15.23 – $46.76)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$107.17 typical visit price
range $18.99 – $150.24
Typical copayment $26.79 (range $4.74 – $37.56)
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.

99.93/100
MIPS Final ScoreMerit-based Incentive Payment System · CMS Quality Payment Program
Scored through an Alternative Payment Model
Quality84.3
Promoting Interoperability100
Improvement Activities40

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims

Durable medical equipment, devices and supplies this provider ordered from DME suppliers for patients, from Medicare fee-for-service claims.

Home ventilator, any type, used with invasive interface, (e.g., tracheostomy tube) E0465
DME-Other DME · category DE005N
1 supplier12 claims12 services$907.03 avg. paid by Medicare
Dollar amounts are the average Medicare paid the supplier per service. They are not the cost to the patient.

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.

Surgery (Surgical Oncology)
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Physician Assistant
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Radiology (Diagnostic Radiology)
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Internal Medicine (Hospice and Palliative Medicine)
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Obstetrics & Gynecology
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Internal Medicine (Medical Oncology)
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Hospitalist
8900 N KENDALL DR
MIAMI, FL 33176
Nurse Practitioner (Family)
8900 N KENDALL DR, MIAMI CANCER INSTITUTE
MIAMI, FL 33176

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 Epstein's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Epstein is 1447334768. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on October 24, 2006.

Where is Melissa Epstein located?

Melissa Epstein practices at 8900 N Kendall Dr, Miami, FL 33176. The listed phone number is (786) 596-6743.

What is Melissa Epstein's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Internal Medicine with taxonomy code 207R00000X.

Is Melissa Epstein enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Epstein 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 Melissa Epstein accept?

Health plans from Oscar Health Maintenance Organization of Florida list Melissa Epstein 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 Melissa Epstein affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Epstein is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Epstein was last updated on July 14, 2022. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 4 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.