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MELISSA PLESSNER DO
NPI 1508113853
Hospitalist in Houston, TX

Active since August 06, 2012PECOS EnrolledAccepts Medicare Assignment
6431 FANNIN ST, MSB 1.134, HOUSTON, TX 77030(713) 500-6526(713) 500-6530 Get Directions Write a Review

NPPES record last updated: September 19, 2024. Verified against the NPPES registry weekly; last sync: August 16, 2026.

About Melissa Plessner Do NPPES

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

MELISSA PLESSNER DO (NPI 1508113853) is an individual hospitalist provider in Houston, Texas, licensed in Texas (P6247) and active in the NPI registry since August 2012. She is enrolled in Medicare PECOS, is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center, and is a graduate of New York College Of Osteo Medicine Of New York Institute Of Technology (2010).

NPPES Registry Identity

NPI1508113853
Entity TypeIndividualFemale
Primary Taxonomy208M00000X
Provider Legal NameMELISSA PLESSNERCredential: DO
Location Address6431 FANNIN ST, MSB 1.134Houston, TX 77030-1501
Mailing Address6431 Fannin St, Msb 1.134Houston, TX 77030-1501 · (713) 500-6526 · Fax (713) 500-6530
Phone(713) 500-6526
Fax(713) 500-6530
Sole ProprietorYes
Medical School CMSNew York College Of Osteo Medicine Of New York Institute Of TechnologyGraduated 2010
Enumeration DateAugust 6, 2012
Last NPPES UpdateSeptember 19, 2024
NPPES CertifiedSeptember 19, 2024
✔ NPI 1508113853 is a valid, active identifier and passes the ISO check-digit test.

Specialties & Licenses 2

★ Primary SpecialtyHospitalistAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Taxonomy Code208M00000X
License✔ Licensed in TX · P6247
Definition
Hospitalists are physicians whose primary professional focus is the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their activities include patient care, teaching, research, and leadership related to Hospital Medicine. The term 'hospitalist' refers to physicians whose practice emphasizes providing care for hospitalized patients.
Also ListedInternal MedicineTaxonomy 207R00000X · License P6247 (TX)
6431 FANNIN ST, Houston, TX 77030
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Accepted Insurance

The full list of accepted plans is on the Insurance tab. Issuers include Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare 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 Plessner 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 ID3678715455
PECOS Enrollment IDI20130807000177
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.

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.
56 services34 patients
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.
39 services30 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.
38 services38 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.
35 services35 patients
Hospital discharge day management, 30 minutes or less 99238
Hospital discharge day management of 30 minutes or less includes finalizing your treatment, discussing your progress, and planning after-care at home. It ensures you're ready to leave the hospital and continue recovery safely.
28 services28 patients

Hospital Affiliations CMS Care Compare

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

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

Acute Care Hospitals · Houston, TX
3/5 CMS rating
OwnershipVoluntary non-profit - Private
CMS Certification Number450068
Location6411 FanninHouston, TX 77030 · Harris County
Emergency services Birthing friendly

Physician Visit Costs CMS claims · ZIP area

Typical Medicare office-visit costs in the 77030 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
$134.06 typical visit price
range $58.24 – $176.98
Typical copayment $33.51 (range $14.56 – $44.24)
Most-billed visit code 99204
Established Patient
$102.71 typical visit price
range $18.60 – $143.93
Typical copayment $25.67 (range $4.65 – $35.98)
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.

Referred Medical Equipment & Supplies CMS DME claims 3

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

Commode chair, mobile or stationary, with detachable arms E0165
DME-Other DME · category DE000N
1 supplier11 claims11 services$8.55 avg. paid by Medicare
Lightweight wheelchair K0003
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD000N
2 suppliers31 claims31 services$19.36 avg. paid by Medicare
Elevating leg rests, pair (for use with capped rental wheelchair base) K0195
DME-Wheelchairs · category DD021N
2 suppliers31 claims31 services$6.08 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.

DR. STUART MASON FRASER M.D.
Psychiatry & Neurology (Neurology with Special Qualifications in Child Neurology)
6431 FANNIN ST, MSB 3.151
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-5800
AMY ROSSI MD
Emergency Medicine
6431 FANNIN ST, JJL 431
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-7882
MATTHEW KHOA NGUYEN
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
6431 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-6113
MARY WAYNE PELTIER MD
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
6431 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-5010
HANNA MAVRIC DO
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
6431 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-7882
DR. DAVIDE CATTANO MD
Anesthesiology
6431 FANNIN ST, MSB 5.020
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-6235
MICHAEL ANTHONY HOLZMAN
Orthopaedic Surgery
6431 FANNIN ST, SUITE JJL 310
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-5154
SHUBHANGI MEHRA
Student in an Organized Health Care Education/Training Program
6431 FANNIN ST
HOUSTON, TX 77030
Harris County (713) 500-0798

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 Plessner's NPI number?

The NPI number for Melissa Plessner is 1508113853. It was assigned to this individual provider in the NPPES registry on August 6, 2012.

Where is Melissa Plessner located?

Melissa Plessner practices at 6431 Fannin St Msb 1.134, Houston, TX 77030. The listed phone number is (713) 500-6526.

What is Melissa Plessner's specialty?

The primary specialty registered for this NPI is Hospitalist with taxonomy code 208M00000X.

Is Melissa Plessner enrolled in Medicare?

Yes. Melissa Plessner 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 Plessner accept?

Health plans from Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Community Health Choice, Molina Healthcare and Oscar Insurance Company list Melissa Plessner 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 Plessner affiliated with any hospitals?

According to CMS data, Melissa Plessner is affiliated with Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center.

When was this NPI record last updated?

The NPPES record for Melissa Plessner was last updated on September 19, 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.