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DR. THOMAS JOHN MELVIN M.D.
NPI 1467989855
Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) in Pittsburgh, PA

Active since May 16, 2017PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140, PITTSBURGH, PA 15213(412) 647-6340 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 6, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 02, 2026.

Record update history: Sep 6, 2024, May 16, 2017 (2 updates tracked since 2017).

About Dr. Thomas John Melvin M.d. NPPES

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

DR. THOMAS JOHN MELVIN M.D. (NPI 1467989855) is an individual thoracic surgery (cardiothoracic vascular surgery) provider in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, licensed in Pennsylvania (MD485122) and active in the NPI registry since May 2017. He is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Upmc Jameson, and is a graduate of Jc Edwards School Of Medicine, Marshall University (2017).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1467989855
Entity TypeIndividualMale
Primary Taxonomy208G00000X
Provider Legal NameDR. THOMAS JOHN MELVINCredential: M.D.
Location Address3600 FORBES AVE STE 140Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3410
Mailing Address3600 Forbes Ave Ste 140Pittsburgh, PA 15213-3410 · (412) 647-6340
Phone(412) 647-6340
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSJc Edwards School Of Medicine, Marshall UniversityGraduated 2017
Enumeration DateMay 16, 2017
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 6, 20242 updates tracked since enumeration
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 6, 2024
✔ NPI 1467989855 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses

★ Primary SpecialtyThoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery)Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208G00000X
License✔ Licensed in PA · MD485122
Definition
A thoracic surgeon provides the operative, perioperative and critical care of patients with pathologic conditions within the chest. Included is the surgical care of coronary artery disease, cancers of the lung, esophagus and chest wall, abnormalities of the trachea, abnormalities of the great vessels and heart valves, congenital anomalies, tumors of the mediastinum and diseases of the diaphragm. The management of the airway and injuries of the chest is within the scope of the specialty.
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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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

Dr. Thomas John Melvin M.d. 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 ID3678832987
PECOS Enrollment IDI20240617003211
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.

Review by radiologist of image to guide opening of digestive tract 74360
This procedure involves a radiologist examining an image of your digestive tract. The image helps the radiologist determine the best way to open your digestive tract, if necessary. This is done to diagnose or treat certain conditions. It's a common, safe procedure.
21 services20 patients
Insertion of guide wire with dilation of esophagus using a flexible endoscope 43248
This is a procedure where a thin tube, called an endoscope, is gently passed through your mouth into your esophagus. A guide wire is then inserted to help widen any narrow areas. This helps improve swallowing and reduce discomfort.
19 services18 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.
19 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.
17 services17 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

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare 5

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

Upmc Jameson

Acute Care Hospitals · New Castle, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390016
Location1211 Wilmington AvenueNew Castle, PA 16105 · Lawrence County
Emergency services

Upmc Mercy

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390028
Location1400 Locust StreetPittsburgh, PA 15219 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Upmc Hamot

Acute Care Hospitals · Erie, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390063
Location201 State StreetErie, PA 16550 · Erie County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Upmc Passavant

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
4/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number390107
Location9100 Babcock BoulevardPittsburgh, PA 15237 · Allegheny County
Emergency services

Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System

Acute Care Hospitals · Pittsburgh, PA
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Other
CMS Certification Number390114
Location300 Halket StreetPittsburgh, PA 15213 · Allegheny County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 15213 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
$166.87 typical visit price
range $54.64 – $166.87
Typical copayment $41.71 (range $13.66 – $41.71)
Most-billed visit code 99205
Established Patient
$68.36 typical visit price
range $17.33 – $135.84
Typical copayment $17.09 (range $4.33 – $33.96)
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.

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.

SHEKU KOMEH
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-6340
MELISSA GIRALDO DUQUE MD
Anesthesiology
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-6340
SCOTT WAYNE SIMPSON D.O.
Emergency Medicine
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-5815
KRISHNA VAMSY POLEPALLI
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-5815
DR. CAITLIN R MCNAMARA MD
Pediatrics (Pediatric Critical Care Medicine)
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 642-6340
DR. JUSTINE KIM MD
Plastic Surgery
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-6340
DR. JARRETT WESTON WHITE MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-6340
MARY CECILIA CUNNION MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
3600 FORBES AVE STE 140
PITTSBURGH, PA 15213
Allegheny County (412) 647-6340

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 Thomas Melvin's NPI number?

The NPI number for Thomas Melvin is 1467989855. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on May 16, 2017.

Where is Thomas Melvin located?

Thomas Melvin practices at 3600 Forbes Ave Ste 140, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. The listed phone number is (412) 647-6340.

What is Thomas Melvin's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Thoracic Surgery (Cardiothoracic Vascular Surgery) with taxonomy code 208G00000X.

Is Thomas Melvin enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Thomas Melvin 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 Thomas Melvin affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Thomas Melvin is affiliated with Upmc Jameson, Upmc Mercy, Upmc Hamot, Upmc Passavant and Magee Womens Hospital Of Upmc Health System.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Thomas Melvin was last updated on September 6, 2024. NPI Profile syncs weekly with the NPPES registry data releases published by CMS. This NPI record was last updated 22 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.